Abu Dhabi, which normalised relations with Assad's government in 2018, has led aid efforts in the aftermath of the February 6 earthquake that struck southeastern Turkey and northern Syria, killing tens of thousands.

Source: https://www.al-monitor.com/originals/2023/03/time-syria-return-arab-fold-uae-president-tells-assad-during-visit

The Syrian Red Crescent, meanwhile, appealed to Western countries to lift sanctions and provide aid as Assad's government remains a pariah in the West, complicating international cross-border relief efforts.

Source: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-11726357/Assad-BOMBS-earthquake-hit-rebel-held-area-rescuers-try-save-Syrians-trapped-beneath-rubble.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490