# Iraqi Kurdish leader meets Syria's president in Damascus

The president of Iraq's Kurdistan Region met Syria's president in Damascus to discuss bilateral ties and Kurdish rights in post-Assad Syria. The visit marks a diplomatic step toward engaging the new Syrian leadership. It matters for the future of Syria's Kurdish population and regional stability.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/3/iraqi-kurdish-regional-leader-meets-syrian-president-in-damascus?traffic_source=rss) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:12:55 +0000