Syrian Foreign Ministry Appoints Jihad Makdissi as Advisor for American Affairs (opens original article in a new tab)

Syrian Foreign Ministry appointed Jihad Makdissi as Advisor for American Affairs, marking his return to diplomacy after leaving in 2012. His appointment comes as Syria seeks to rebuild foreign relations, particularly with the US, following years of isolation.

• Syrian Foreign Ministry appointed Jihad Makdissi as Advisor for American Affairs
• Makdissi previously served as ministry spokesperson during Assad's era and left Syria in 2012
• Makdissi's return coincides with Syria's efforts to rebuild foreign relations, especially with the US