German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has traveled to Syria to engage with the new Islamist rulers following the ousting of dictator Bashar al-Assad. This visit is seen as a necessary step for diplomacy despite the complexities of negotiating with groups linked to terrorism. The article emphasizes the importance of establishing dialogue to protect human rights and promote democratic reforms in Syria, drawing parallels with the failed strategies in Afghanistan. Baerbock’s approach aims to encourage the new government to distance itself from extremism and respect the rights of women and minorities.

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