Syrian-French medical conference in Deir ez-Zor draws 800 doctors, 160 papers

A Syrian-French medical conference opened in Deir ez-Zor with 800 doctors and pharmacists, 160 research papers, complex surgeries, and new health infrastructure including an MRI device. This signals a rare international medical engagement in a region previously under ISIS and later contested, potentially reflecting improved security and diplomatic openings. The event's scale and infrastructure investments suggest a notable step in post-conflict health sector rehabilitation, though the political implications remain understated.