Saudi Arabia has reportedly returned two seized planes to the Syrian government, as reported by local media. The Boeing 747 passenger planes were seized in Riyadh in 2011 for repairs and were recently returned to Aleppo International Airport after undergoing maintenance.
This move comes after improved relations between Saudi Arabia and Syria, marked by the recent delivery of equipment and spare parts for civilian aircraft maintenance. The gesture of returning the planes signifies a step towards diplomatic reconciliation between the two nations.
The timing of the return is notable, as it follows Bashar al-Assad’s participation in the 33rd Arab League summit meeting. This development showcases a potential thaw in relations between Saudi Arabia and Syria.
It remains to be seen how this diplomatic gesture will impact the overall regional dynamics and if it will lead to further cooperation between the two countries in the future.
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