International donors pledge billions to support Syria's new leadership and peaceful transition after Assad's ouster.

International donors convened in Brussels to support Syria's new leadership following the ouster of President Bashar Assad. The meeting, chaired by EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, aimed to encourage a peaceful political transition. The EU pledged nearly 2.5 billion euros for 2025-2026, urging other donors to contribute. Despite security concerns and economic challenges, the interim government, led by former HTS leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, seeks to stabilize the country. The EU has eased some sanctions but remains cautious, emphasizing the need for a peaceful transition and respect for human rights. Germany pledged 300 million euros to assist with humanitarian needs.