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‘Now my kids have a future’: Syrians dare to dream again after years as a pariah state
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‘He’s a hero’: Syrians praise Trump after removal of decades-old sanctions regime
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What the end of US sanctions means for Syria and the region: During his visit to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday, Donald Trump, the iconoclast US president ...
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What Trump's promise to lift sanctions on Syria means for the U.S.: President Donald Trump recently proclaimed that long-standing U.S. sanctions on Syria, a U.S ...
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Trump says he 'didn't ask' Israel on Syria policy: Lifting sanctions on Syria will give country a ‘chance' to succeed, says US President Donald Trump
yenisafak.com/en/world/trump-says-he-didnt-ask-israel-on-syria-policy-3702322

Trump says he did not consult with Israel on Syria: President Donald Trump said he did not consult ally Israel about the US decision to recognize Syria’s new ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/united-states/2025/05/16/trump-says-he-did-not-consult-with-israel-on-syria

Washington prepares sanctions relief for Syria: The United States is preparing to ease some of its sanctions on Syria. This follows President Donald Trump's ...
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Syrian Business Owners Energized by U.S. Promise to Lift Sanctions: Since the overthrow of the dictator Bashar al-Assad, business owners have been waiting for ...
nytimes.com/2025/05/15/world/middleeast/syria-economy-trump-sanctions.html

Trump says he’ll lift all US sanctions on Syria at Saudi Crown Prince’s request: US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would order the lifting of all ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/05/13/trump-says-will-remove-all-us-sanctions-on-syria

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Trump Advances Middle East Deals and Syria EngagementTrump meets Syria’s new leader and secures a $142 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia amid shifting U.S. Gulf policies.
Key FactsMay 18 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: democracynow.org
- The U.S. is lifting sanctions on Syria and exploring normalized relations with President Ahmed al-Sharaa, signaling a policy shift.
- A $142 billion arms agreement with Saudi Arabia represents Washington’s largest defense cooperation to date.
- Trump’s administration emphasizes transactional diplomacy, encouraging Gulf states to invest heavily in U.S. businesses in exchange for military support.
- Steve Witkoff, Trump’s personal envoy, influences regional diplomacy with unconventional approaches that decrease Israel’s traditional role and spark political debate.
In Syria, which has seen so much misery and death, there is a new government that will, hopefully, succeed in stabilizing the country and keeping peace.— President Donald Trump discusses the potential of the new Syrian government to bring stability and peace.
US issues orders easing Syria sanctions after Trump pledge: The Treasury Department authorized transactions involving the interim Syrian government ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-takes-first-steps-that-ease-sanctions-syria-2025-05-23/

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US Significantly Eases Sanctions on SyriaTemporary waivers issued to boost Syria’s reconstruction and investments over the next 180 days amid regional support and opposition.
- The US government issued a general license allowing transactions with Syria’s interim government, central bank, and state-owned enterprises.
- A 180-day waiver under the Caesar Act aims to facilitate Syria’s recovery and improve access to electricity, water, and sanitation.
- This shift follows President Trump’s pledge during a Middle East trip, despite opposition from Israel.
- Saudi Arabia and Turkey backed the sanctions relief to enhance regional stability and economic growth.
I thought it was the right thing to do.— Donald Trump, explaining his decision to lift sanctions on Syria.
‘Oh what I do for the crown prince’: Trump to lift sanctions on Syria after rebel takeover
theage.com.au/world/middle-east/oh-what-i-do-for-the-crown-prince-trump-to-lift-sanctions-on-syria-after-rebel-takeover-20250514-p5lyyz.html

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Key FactsTrump Declares End to Nation-Building in Middle East
May 15 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- President Trump stated in Saudi Arabia that the U.S. will stop lecturing on how to live.
- He criticized decades of American intervention in the Middle East and urged people to determine their own destinies.
- The speech garnered mixed reactions, with some celebrating his views and others expressing skepticism.
- In Syria and Yemen, there was support for Trump's stance on sovereignty, despite frustrations over U.S. interventions.
The United States will no longer be 'giving you lectures on how to live.'— President Trump declared this during an investment conference in the Saudi capital of Riyadh.
Breaking News: EU agrees to lift sanctions against Syria: Breaking News
n-tv.de/newsletter/breakingnews/EU-einigt-sich-auf-Aufhebung-der-Sanktionen-gegen-Syrien-article25780168.html

Syria to be relinked to SWIFT payment system: Syria will be fully reconnected to the SWIFT international payment system “in a matter of weeks” after more than a ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/06/09/syria-to-be-relinked-to-swift-payment-system
Rubio warns Syria’s government could collapse in weeks, triggering civil war: The top US diplomat made the case for sanctions relief and renewed engagement with ...
al-monitor.com/originals/2025/05/rubio-warns-syrias-government-could-collapse-weeks-triggering-civil-war

EU sanctions Sunni factions accused of violence against Syria’s Alawites, Kurds: As former rebel leaders take positions in the new Syrian government ...
al-monitor.com/originals/2025/05/eu-sanctions-sunni-factions-accused-violence-against-syrias-alawites-kurds

Macron asks Syria’s interim President al-Sharaa to protect all Syrians during Elysée visit
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Key FactsMacron Calls for Protection of All Syrians During Visit
May 07 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: france24.com
- Macron emphasized the need to protect all individuals in Syria during a meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
- The discussions occurred amid rising violence and international concern over human rights abuses.
- Sharaa confirmed indirect talks with Israel to ease tensions and called for the lifting of European sanctions on Syria.
- Macron made it clear that progress on human rights and stability is expected, urging Sharaa to hold perpetrators of violence accountable.
He has put an end to a regime that we condemned and fought against and he is ready to make commitments. The first actions have led to results.— Emmanuel Macron during his meeting with Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa
Trump to remove US sanctions on Syria in major policy shift: US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would order the lifting of sanctions on Syria at the ...
timeslive.co.za/news/world/2025-05-14-trump-to-remove-us-sanctions-on-syria-in-major-policy-shift/
Can Syria Recover? Why Sanctions Relief Is Not Enough: Sanctions relief is not enough.
foreignaffairs.com/syria/can-syria-recover
World Bank clears Syria of $15.5m outstanding debt after Saudi Arabia and Qatar foot the bill
thenationalnews.com/business/economy/2025/05/16/syria-debt-world-bank/


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Key FactsWorld Bank Writes Off Syria's $15.5 Million Debt
May 16 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thenationalnews.com
- The World Bank has eliminated Syria's $15.5 million debt after Saudi Arabia and Qatar covered the payment.
- This action reinstates Syria's eligibility for World Bank support after a 14-year absence.
- The debt clearance took effect on May 12, 2025, following discussions between Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the World Bank.
- The Syrian economy, severely affected by civil war, is showing signs of recovery under President Ahmad Al Shara's new administration.
Trump to remove US sanctions on Syria in major policy shift: President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he would order the lifting of sanctions on Syria at the ...
reuters.com/world/trump-says-will-remove-us-sanctions-syria-2025-05-13/
Sanctions relief reflects ‘international will’ to support Syria: Top diplomat: Syria’s foreign minister said on Tuesday that the lifting of sanctions on his ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/05/20/sanctions-relief-reflects-international-will-to-support-syria-top-diplomat
Trump to sign sweeping order rescinding Syria sanctions: The expected executive order comes after the Trump administration took steps to ease sanctions on Syria ...
al-monitor.com/originals/2025/06/trump-sign-sweeping-order-rescinding-syria-sanctions

Can Syria Recover? Why Sanctions Relief Is Not Enough: Sanctions relief is not enough.
foreignaffairs.com/syria/can-syria-recover
Trump's Syria announcement surprised his own sanctions officials: When President Donald Trump announced in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday that he would lift all ...
reuters.com/world/trumps-big-syria-announcement-surprised-his-own-sanctions-officials-2025-05-14/
Trump announces plan to lift punishing sanctions on Syria: President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he plans to lift sanctions on Syria following last ...
cnn.com/2025/05/13/politics/syria-sanctions-lift-trump

Crypto exchange Binance opens trading to Syrians after U.S. lifts sanctions: Binance will allow users in Syria to trade in cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/binance-says-it-is-now-available-syrian-residents-2025-06-12/

Trump says U.S. will remove all sanctions on Syria
cnbc.com/2025/05/13/trump-says-us-will-remove-all-sanctions-on-syria.html

Trump Shrugs Off Netanyahu on Gulf Tour: On Iran, Gaza, Syria and Yemen, President Trump is moving ahead without Israel, reshaping decades of foreign policy.
nytimes.com/2025/05/18/world/middleeast/trump-israel-netanyahu-gulf.html

Trump calls on Syria to recognize Israel: On his trip to the Middle East, US President Trump met Syrian interim President al-Sharaa for the first time ...
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EU sanctions Syrian militia groups over ethnic violence targeting Alawites: The EU on Wednesday imposed sanctions on three Syrian militia groups and two of their ...
france24.com/en/middle-east/20250528-eu-sanctions-syrian-militia-groups-ethnic-violence-targeting-alawites

Turkish, US, Syrian top diplomats to weigh details of Syria’s release from US sanctions
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/05/14/turkish-us-syrian-top-diplomats-to-weigh-details-of-syria-s-release-from-us-sanctions

Syria and DP World ink $800 million deal for port development: The Syrian government and DP World signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) worth $800 million ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/05/16/syria-and-dp-world-ink-800-million-deal-for-port-development

Syria’s al-Sharaa meets Erdogan in Turkiye as sanctions lifted: The meeting comes after US and EU agreed to lift sanctions to allow the civil war-hit country to ...
aljazeera.com/news/2025/5/24/syrias-al-sharaa-meets-erdogan-in-turkiye-as-sanctions-lifted
Donald Trump announces lifting of sanctions against Syria: US President Donald Trump wants to end the sanctions against Syria. To do so, he plans to meet with ...
stern.de/politik/ausland/donald-trump-kuendigt-aufhebung-von-sanktionen-gegen-syrien-an-35720610.html
So-called IS claims first attack on Syrian forces since al-Assad fall: The extremist group, which once controlled large parts of Syria and Iraq ...
euronews.com/2025/05/30/so-called-islamic-state-group-claims-first-attack-on-syrian-forces-since-fall-of-al-assad


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Islamic State Attacks Syria’s New Government ForcesIS claimed an attack killing one and injuring three on May 28, marking its first strike since Assad's regime collapsed in 2023.
- Islamic State claimed responsibility for its first assault on Syria’s new government forces following Assad’s fall.
- A remote-controlled landmine detonated in Sweida province wounded three soldiers and killed one accompanying the patrol.
- Once territorially dominant in Syria and Iraq, IS was largely defeated in Syria by 2019 but remains active in desert regions.
- Attacks on the Islamist-led government remain rare, whereas assaults on Kurdish-led forces in northeastern Syria continue.
Help the United States to prevent the resurgence of IS.— US President Donald Trump during a meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Riyadh.
MBS hails Trump’s Syria sanctions relief as ‘new page toward prosperity’: Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Wednesday praised US President Donald Trump’s ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/saudi-arabia/2025/05/14/gccus-summit-saudi-arabia-s-mbs-applauds-trump-s-lifting-of-syria-sanctions

Trump meets Syrian president, urges him to establish ties with Israel: Trump met Syria's Ahmed al-Sharaa, who once pledged allegiance to al Qaeda and swept to ...
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Key FactsTrump Presses Syria to Normalize Relations with Israel
May 14 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: monitor.co.ug
- U.S. President Donald Trump met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Riyadh, urging him to normalize relations with Israel.
- Trump announced a significant policy shift by lifting sanctions on Syria, aiming to enhance economic recovery and foreign investment.
- Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister expressed support for Syria's recovery post-sanctions, highlighting investment opportunities.
- The meeting included discussions on combating terrorism and stabilizing Syria amid ongoing regional tensions.
He's got the potential - he's a real leader.— Donald Trump about Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa during a meeting in Saudi Arabia.
Media reports: EU apparently wants to lift all economic sanctions against Syria: "Jobs and livelihoods for the people": The European Union is apparently lifting ...
spiegel.de/politik/syrien-eu-plant-offenbar-aufhebung-aller-wirtschaftssanktionen-a-5644e4b2-9502-46a4-84ae-0da3c9ad2678

Exclusive: Saudi Arabia plans to pay off Syria's World Bank debts, sources say: Saudi Arabia plans to pay off Syria's debts to the World Bank, three people ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/saudi-arabia-plans-pay-off-syrias-world-bank-debts-sources-say-2025-04-14/
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Key FactsSaudi Arabia to Clear Syria's World Bank Debts
Apr 14 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Saudi Arabia intends to pay off Syria's debts to the World Bank, facilitating millions in reconstruction aid.
- This marks Saudi Arabia's first financial involvement with Syria since the ousting of Bashar al-Assad, indicating potential Gulf Arab support.
- A meeting between the World Bank and Syria's finance minister focused on enhancing financial ties and the impact of international sanctions.
- Syria plans to send a delegation to the World Bank and IMF spring meetings in Washington, the first official visit since Assad's removal.
Syria: What an end to sanctions means for Syria: The US and the EU want to lift their sanctions against Syria. This is an opportunity for Syrians - | but it is ...
zeit.de/politik/ausland/2025-05/investitionen-syrien-sanktionen-infrastruktur-demokratie
US to appoint Turkey ambassador Thomas Barrack as special envoy for Syria, sources say
reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-appoint-thomas-barrack-special-envoy-syria-sources-say-2025-05-21/
Trump expected to meet Syrian leader after announcing he will lift sanctions: The US president has agreed to "say hello" to Syria's interim leader during his ...
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Trump considers lifting sanctions against Syria: US President Trump likes to be the center of attention. For days, he has been saying that he will soon make a ...
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Middle East news: Netanyahu announces Gaza offensive "in the coming days": Even if Hamas offers to release more hostages, Israel will not end the war ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/nahost-liveblog-news-gaza-offensive-netanjahu-syrien-sanktionen-li.3252232

Syria willing to normalise ties with Israel 'under right conditions,' Sharaa says
middleeasteye.net/news/syria-willing-normalise-ties-israel-under-right-conditions-leader-says

Syria in direct, face-to-face deconfliction talks with Israel: Report: Syria and Israel have engaged in direct, face-to-face talks in recent weeks aimed at ...
middleeasteye.net/news/syria-direct-face-deconflictions-talks-israel-report
The Post-Assad Honeymoon Is Over, and Syrians Are Still Waiting for a Reckoning: Six months after the overthrow of Assad, Syrians are protesting for ...
truthout.org/articles/the-post-assad-honeymoon-is-over-and-syrians-are-still-waiting-for-a-reckoning/

Trump administration eases sanctions on Syria
thehill.com/homenews/administration/5317319-trump-administration-lifts-syria-sanctions/

Middle East: Trump considers lifting sanctions against Syria: The US president wants to develop a new strategy for Syria together with Turkish President Erdogan ...
handelsblatt.com/politik/international/nahost-trump-erwaegt-aufhebung-der-sanktionen-gegen-syrien/100127858.html

U.S. Treasury announces sweeping sanctions relief for Syria: 'Syria must also continue to work towards becoming a stable country that is at peace ...
i24news.tv/en/news/middle-east/artc-u-s-treasury-announces-sweeping-sanctions-relief-for-syria

Trump’s embrace of Syria and its jihadist-turned-president could shake up the Middle East
cnn.com/2025/05/14/middleeast/syria-trump-meeting-analysis-intl

UK lifts sanctions to help Syria rebuild financial, energy sectors: Britain said on Thursday it would support efforts to rebuild Syria's financial system by ...
reuters.com/world/uk-lifts-sanctions-against-syrias-defence-ministry-intelligence-agencies-2025-04-24/
Trump appearance in Saudi Arabia: home game in the Gulf: He wants to suspend sanctions against Syria and conclude a mega-deal with Saudi Arabia: Donald Trump ...
spiegel.de/ausland/donald-trump-in-saudi-arabien-heimspiel-am-golf-a-72e7ece4-89a5-4cba-bfc8-466d27fea0b2
Trump meets Syria's al-Sharaa after announcing sanctions to be lifted: Al-Sharaa was urged to join the Abraham Accords, expel foreign terrorists including ...
i24news.tv/en/news/middle-east/artc-trump-meets-syria-s-al-sharaa-after-announcing-sanctions-to-be-lifted

Trump meets with Syria's president and lifts sanctions: The meeting on the sidelines of a Gulf Cooperation Council summit represents an important turning ...
de.euronews.com/2025/05/14/trump-trifft-sich-mit-syriens-prasident-und-hebt-sanktionen-auf

Exclusive: Syrian letter delivers response to US conditions for sanctions relief: The United States last month handed Syria a list of eight conditions it wants ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/syrian-letter-delivers-response-us-conditions-sanctions-relief-2025-04-26/

One happy Damascus: But the technicalities of easing sanctions will prove tricky
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2025/05/22/one-happy-damascus

US lists demands at UN as Syria seeks sanctions relief: The United States publicly spelled out at the United Nations on Friday the steps it wants Syria to take ...
reuters.com/world/us-lists-demands-un-syria-seeks-sanctions-relief-2025-04-25/

Trump in Riyadh: USA and Saudi Arabia finalize arms deal: On the first day of his trip to the Middle East, Donald Trump primarily negotiated arms deals and ...
nzz.ch/international/usa-und-saudiarabien-beschliessen-grosses-ruestungsgeschaeft-ld.1884213
Trump says the U.S. will end sanctions on Syria as he works to deepen diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia
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Key FactsTrump Highlights Strong US-Saudi Ties and Arms Deal
May 13 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.co.uk
- Trump declares that the US-Saudi relationship is stronger than ever and praises regional progress.
- He discusses the release of an Israeli-American hostage and calls for a better future for Gaza.
- Trump announces the lifting of sanctions on Syria to offer the country a chance at greatness.
- He expresses a desire to make a deal with Iran while emphasizing the military strength of the US.
The people of Gaza deserve a much better future.— Donald Trump speaks about the conditions in Gaza during his address.
Rubio warns Syria could be weeks away from 'full-scale civil war': The US secretary of state calls for Syria's transitional authorities to be supported to ...
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EU agrees to lift all Syria sanctions: The sanctions primarily affected the Syrian banking system, which previously had no access to the international capital ...
diepresse.com/19706365/eu-einigt-sich-auf-aufhebung-aller-syrien-sanktionen
EU to lift economic sanctions on Syria: The move comes after Donald Trump announced he would lift American bans on the country.
politico.eu/article/eu-lift-economic-sanctions-syria-donald-trump-glboal/

Trump Meets With Syrian President After Pledge to Lift Sanctions: Live Updates: President Trump was meeting with President Ahmed al-Shara, capping a remarkable ...
nytimes.com/live/2025/05/14/us/trump-news-middle-east
Trump lifts Syria sanctions: Businesspeople gain hope: After years of war and isolation, Syria's economy is in ruins. Now the US President's decision to ...
nzz.ch/international/trump-hebt-syrien-sanktionen-auf-unternehmer-schoepfen-hoffnung-ld.1884995
USA News: Judge allows Trump to deport under wartime laws: The US President has declared a gang a terrorist organization and is using an old war law for ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/usa-news-liveblog-abschiebungen-li.3174406

Trump meets Syria’s leader and lifts sanctions: Also on the daily podcast: fraught Philippine elections and meet the V-Tubers
economist.com/podcasts/2025/05/14/trump-meets-syrias-leader-and-lifts-sanctions

Iran’s leaders slam Trump for ‘disgraceful’ remarks during Middle East tour: The pushback comes after the US president accused Tehran’s leadership of being ...
aljazeera.com/news/2025/5/17/irans-leaders-slam-trump-for-disgraceful-remarks-during-middle-east-tour

Wheat shipment arrives in Syria as EU passes legislation to lift sanctions: The European Council extended asset freezes and travel bans on individuals linked to ...
aljazeera.com/news/2025/5/28/wheat-shipment-arrives-in-syria-as-eu-passes-legislation-to-lift-sanctions
Trump offers Iran ‘brighter future’ without the need for nukes during speech to Saudi oligarchs
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-iran-saudi-arabia-speech-b2750255.html

Syria reportedly ends currency printing deal with Russia, eyes UAE, Germany for new banknotes
kyivindependent.com/syria-reportedly-ends-currency-printing-deal-with-russia-eyes-uae-germany-for-new-banknotes/

Exclusive: Qatari financing of Syrian salaries gets US go-ahead, sources say: The United States has greenlighted a Qatari initiative to bankroll Syria's public ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/qatari-financing-syrian-salaries-gets-us-go-ahead-sources-say-2025-05-07/
Jordan's king warned US against assassinating Syria's Sharaa before Trump meeting
middleeasteye.net/news/jordans-king-warned-us-against-assassinating-syrias-sharaa-trump-meeting

Syria's international standing: Now Damascus must deliver: Following the USA, the EU is also ending its sanctions against Syria, and the country even seems ...
taz.de/Syriens-internationales-Standing/!6086107/

Syria and Saudi Arabia agree to boost economic cooperation after Western sanctions eased
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Trump to remove US sanctions on Syria in major policy shift: Mr Trump made the surprise announcement during a regional tour that began in Saudi Arabia ...
straitstimes.com/world/middle-east/trump-says-he-will-remove-us-sanctions-on-syria
Trump presses Syria leader on Israel relations after lifting sanctions: The White House said that Trump asked the Syrian leader to normalise relations with ...
ewn.co.za/2025/05/14/trump-presses-syria-leader-on-israel-relations-after-lifting-sanctions

Al-Sharaa offers letting US in for business to ease sanctions - report: Ahmed al-Sharaa has reached out to Israel through mediators, arrested Palestinian ...
i24news.tv/en/news/middle-east/levant-turkey/artc-syrian-president-seeks-letting-us-in-for-business-to-ease-sanctions-report

UK lifts sanctions on Syrian ministries and intelligence agencies: Syria's president has urged western countries to relieve his country of sanctions and allow it ...
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Saudi GO Telecom signs deal to rebuild Syria’s telecom sector : RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s GO Telecom has signed an agreement with the Syrian government to help ...
arabnews.com/node/2602966/business-economy

Trump shocks and delights Syrians by lifting sanctions after 45 years. Now what?: Syrians celebrated after President Donald Trump made the surprise announcement ...
nbcnews.com/world/syria/trump-syria-sanctions-sharaa-damascus-mohammed-salman-saudi-assad-rcna206691

Syria agrees to help find missing Americans, U.S. envoy says: Thomas Barrack, the U.S. ambassador to Turkey who was also appointed as special envoy for Syria ...
cbsnews.com/news/syria-government-missing-americans-us-envoy-austin-tice/
Trump extends olive branch to Iran, pulls sanctions on Syria
washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/05/13/trump-iran-syria-middle-east/
US lifts sanctions against Syria: Treasury Department issues a general licence that authorises transactions involving the interim Syrian government.
dawn.com/news/1913172

Trump meets Syrian president, says he is looking into normalising ties: Saudi Arabia commends Trumps decision to lift sanctions on Syria.
dawn.com/news/1910971/trump-meets-with-syrian-president-sharaa-in-riyadh-report

3 Trump officials with ties to antisemitic extremists. And, Syria sanctions may lift
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