Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, discussed the humanitarian loss from last week's deadly earthquake during talks with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in Damascus.
Sheikh Abdullah conveyed messages of condolences from the UAE leaders and pledged renewed support for the people of Syria.
The UAE minister also visited quake-stricken parts of the north-western region and praised the efforts of the "Gallant Knight/2” operation in saving lives.
On his part, the Syrian leader thanked the UAE government for pledging support quickly, and helping in the search and rescue efforts.
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