Damascus appears to be reaching out to Russian support to restore national unity as it faces challenges from ongoing sectarian violence in Syria. Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani expressed the desire to mend relations with Russia, which have been strained since the ouster of former President Bashar Assad, a long-time Russian ally. The current government, under the leadership of Ahmed al-Sharaa, who assumed power after the overthrow of Assad by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), faces continued unrest. Russia has pledged to continue supporting Syria, and Moscow’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov confirmed this during recent discussions with al-Shaibani. While both sides have expressed a commitment to cooperation, tensions remain high as Syria’s internal conflicts continue to complicate efforts to restore stability. The challenges include not only internal sectarian strife but also external pressures, such to Israel’s military actions in the region. Russia has consistently condemned these actions and has called on regional neighbors to support Syria’s territorial integrity. Although both Syria and Russia have made public statements about cooperation, it remains to be seen whether their partnership can effectively address the deep-rooted issues that have divided the country.