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Syrian Leader Proposes Trump Tower Amid Sanctions Debate

5/13/2025

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Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump during his Middle East visit, proposing a Trump Tower in Damascus and collaboration on oil and gas. He hopes for sanctions relief and improved relations, stressing the importance of peace with Israel. Yet, U.S. officials remain wary, pointing to unresolved conditions for lifting sanctions.

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Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump during his Middle East visit, proposing a Trump Tower in Damascus and collaboration on oil and gas. He hopes for sanctions relief and improved relations, stressing the importance of peace with Israel. Yet, U.S. officials remain wary, pointing to unresolved conditions for lifting sanctions.