President Trump’s conversation with President Ahmed al-Shara, who once led a branch of Al Qaeda, was the first time in 25 years that the leaders of the United States and Syria had met.
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Trump’s Vow to Lift Sanctions on Syria Unleashes Hope
The announcement is a boon for the new government as it looks to rebuild an economy wrecked by a decade of civil war.
Trump’s Vow to Lift Sanctions on Syria Unleashes Hope
The announcement is a boon for the new government as it looks to rebuild an economy wrecked by a decade of civil war.
Trump to Lift Sanctions on Syria and Meet With New President
President Trump, on a state visit to Saudi Arabia, said he made the decision after speaking to the Saudi crown prince. The president is trying to drum up Saudi investment in the U.S.
Syrian Leader Says Country Has Held Indirect Talks With Israel
President Ahmed al-Shara, speaking during his first visit to Europe, said the talks were aimed at de-escalating tensions amid continued Israeli attacks inside Syria.
Syrian President Makes First Visit to Europe Since Assad’s Fall
The visit is a boost to Ahmed al-Shara’s attempts to bring Syria back into the international fold but comes amid continuing turmoil there.
The Only Female Minister in Syria’s New Government Wants to ‘Get Things Done’
Hind Kabawat hopes her long experience as a conflict mediator can help Syria’s next generation. The challenges are immense.
Saudi Arabia and Qatar to Pay Off Syria’s Debt to the World Bank
The countries agreed to cover $15 million owed to the lender as the new government in Damascus looks to rebuild the economy after the civil war.
Kurdish Distrust of Syria’s New Government Runs Deep
The Kurdish-led force that runs northeast Syria has agreed to integrate into a new national army, but some of its supporters remain wary.
Britain Lifts Sanctions on Syrian Security Agencies
The move, which is intended to allow Syria’s new leaders the chance to rebuild, follows Britain’s earlier easing of sanctions on Syrian energy companies and the central bank.