[2] The Vatican's outreach to Muslim leaders and communities in Syria is part of its broader effort to support interreligious cooperation in the Middle East.

[2] During his 2001 visit to Quneitra, Pope John Paul II emphasized the need for forgiveness and reconciliation, urging that past conflicts not fuel further suffering.

[13] Successive popes have echoed this call for peace, supporting Syria’s efforts to regain the Golan Heights while promoting coexistence and respect among all communities in the region.

[15][16] In 2013, Pope Francis held a global day of prayer and fasting for peace in Syria, which coincided with rising international tensions over the potential military intervention in the country.

[17] The Holy See has also worked through diplomatic channels to advocate for peaceful solutions and has provided significant humanitarian support for Syrian refugees and internally displaced persons.

Caritas Internationalis, the Catholic Church's charitle arm, has been active in Syria, providing aid to those affected by the war, regardless of their religious affiliation.