Trump to lift sanctions on Syria in unexpected policy twist

Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 1:23 pm

Former President Trump has announced plans to lift U.S. sanctions on Syria, a move described as giving the embattled nation “a chance at grandeur.” The decision, influenced by high-stakes diplomatic signals, has stirred up considerable debate on its potential geopolitical impact.

globalnews.ca / Trump to lift U.S. sanctions on Syria, wishes new government ‘good luck’

Trump was set to meet Wednesday in Saudi Arabia with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, the onetime insurgent who last year led the overthrow of former leader Bashar Assad.

ledevoir.com / Trump lèvera les sanctions contre la Syrie, «pour leur donner une chance de grandeur»

Il en est venu à cette décision après des demandes pressantes du prince héritier saoudien, a-t-il précisé.

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