French President Emmanuel Macron in Syria - in pictures

  • French President Emmanuel Macron speaks to Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al Shibani during a bilateral meeting at Damascus International Airport. AFP
    French President Emmanuel Macron speaks to Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al Shibani during a bilateral meeting at Damascus International Airport. AFP
  • Mr Macron is welcomed by Mr Al Shibani as he arrives in Damascus for a state visit. AFP
    Mr Macron is welcomed by Mr Al Shibani as he arrives in Damascus for a state visit. AFP
  • Mr Macron at the airport with Mr Al Shibani. AFP
    Mr Macron at the airport with Mr Al Shibani. AFP
  • Mr Macron disembarks on arrival at Damascus International Airport. AFP
    Mr Macron disembarks on arrival at Damascus International Airport. AFP
  • The plane carrying the French President lands in the Syrian capital. AFP
    The plane carrying the French President lands in the Syrian capital. AFP

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