ANKARA: U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken arrived in Ankara on Thursday evening, marking a significant diplomatic visit aimed at addressing the volatile situation in Syria and broader regional issues. Blinken’s visit follows his departure from Amman, Jordan, as part of his Middle East diplomatic tour.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Blinken is scheduled to hold discussions with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Friday. The talks are set to focus on the situation in Syria in the aftermath of the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime. The U.S. State Department emphasized that Blinken’s agenda includes evaluating the transitional period following Assad’s overthrow, advancing the political process in Syria, and exploring the possibility of a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip.

The U.S. State Department’s statement underscores Blinken’s mission to reaffirm the United States’ commitment to a comprehensive transitional process in Syria. This process aims to establish a responsible government tha
t represents the diverse sects of the Syrian population. Blinken is expected to advocate for the formation of a Syrian leadership that can guide this transition and foster inclusive governance.