France to Return €51 Million in Seized Assad Family Assets to Damascus

The Élysée Palace announced the commencement of procedures to transfer €51 million to Damascus, funds that had been confiscated from assets belonging to the Assad family.

The repatriation marks a significant development in international efforts to address frozen assets tied to Syria's former leadership. The funds represent a portion of the financial holdings that were seized and held by French authorities in recent years.

The move reflects evolving diplomatic approaches toward Syria following the recent political transition in the country. The transfer process is expected to unfold over the coming weeks as administrative and legal procedures are finalized between Paris and the new Damascus administration.