The visit follows Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announcing a large shipment of wheat flour to war-torn Syria as the two countries pursue a reset after years of tensions over former President Bashar al-Assad’s alliance with Russia.

After the ouster of pro-Russia regime in Syria, Ukraine has announced assistance for the middle east nation. Ukraine's President said that Kyiv will support Syria in overcoming decades of dictatorial rule.

Ukraine is pledging support for the new authorities in Syria who ousted Bashar Assad, a key Russian ally in the Mideast. The Ukrainian foreign minister met with Syria’s de facto leader on Monday during a visit to Damascus.

New Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa held talks on Monday with Ukraine's foreign minister, the official news agency SANA reported, weeks after Russian-allied president Bashar al-Assad was ousted from power.

Ukraine delivers wheat flour to Syria, as the country shifts alliances and appoints first female Central Bank governor.

By bnm Gulf bureau Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha led a high-level delegation to Damascus on December 30 for talks with Syria's new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, official Syrian media reported. The Ukrainians pledged strategic cooperation and humanitarian assistance as Ukraine moves to establish relations with Syria's new administration