Saudi Arabia and Qatar announced they will pay Syria's $15 million debt to the World Bank, potentially resuming support for the war-torn country. The decision, made during recent meetings in Washington, was welcomed by Syria's Foreign Ministry as a step towards recovery after years of conflict. The payment may facilitate future World Bank assistance for vital sectors in Syria, which has suffered extensive damage since the conflict began in 2011. Western sanctions remain a significant barrier to development. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)