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Syria Arrests Officials, Shifts Policy Amid U.S. Pressure

4/23/2025

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Syria's arrest of two Palestinian Islamic Jihad officials signals a pivotal change in its foreign policy, aligning with U.S. calls for sanctions relief and a crackdown on Iranian influence. Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa is under intense pressure to stabilize the nation, navigating the delicate balance between Western relations and domestic support.

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Syria's arrest of two Palestinian Islamic Jihad officials signals a pivotal change in its foreign policy, aligning with U.S. calls for sanctions relief and a crackdown on Iranian influence. Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa is under intense pressure to stabilize the nation, navigating the delicate balance between Western relations and domestic support.