Türkiye’s Ambassador to Mauritania, Burhan Koroglu, has been appointed as acting chargé d’affaires at the Turkish Embassy in Damascus, following a prolonged period of suspended operations due to the conflict in Syria.

Burhan Koroglu, Türkiye’s Ambassador to Mauritania, has been appointed as the acting chargé d’affaires at the Turkish Embassy in Damascus. This assignment was confirmed by Turkish diplomatic sources, and Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has communicated this new role to Ambassador Koroglu. The embassy in Damascus, which is located near Rida Square, temporarily ceased its activities in March 2012 amidst the escalating violence in Syria, but it has been revived under Koroglu’s stewardship.

The appointment of Ambassador Koroglu comes at a critical juncture for Türkiye’s diplomatic relations with Syria. The Turkish Embassy in Damascus was operational during the early stages of the Syrian conflict, beginning in 2011, when the situation escalated to a violent crackdown on protesters. Following the cessation of its operations in March 2012, diplomatic missions have faced significant challenges in maintaining engagement with Syrian authorities, making this interim appointment particularly notable.

In summary, Ambassador Burhan Koroglu has been tasked with leading Türkiye’ diplomatic mission in Damascus amid the ongoing complexities of the Syrian conflict. His previous experience as the ambassador in Mauritania positions him well for this critical role, as Türkiye seeks to re-establish its presence in Syria during a period of significant diplomatic challenges.

Original Source: www.aa.com.tr