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Trump Lifts Syria Sanctions, Sparking Aid and Concerns

5/18/2025

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In a surprising policy shift, President Trump has lifted US sanctions on Syria, a move driven by Saudi Arabia and Turkey. This decision opens the door for aid in Syria's rebuilding efforts, but concerns linger over the new interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, and the challenges of forging a stable relationship moving forward.

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In a surprising policy shift, President Trump has lifted US sanctions on Syria, a move driven by Saudi Arabia and Turkey. This decision opens the door for aid in Syria's rebuilding efforts, but concerns linger over the new interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, and the challenges of forging a stable relationship moving forward.