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Syria's President Al-Sharaa: 21 Trips Amid Rising Challenges

12/9/2025

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Ahmed al-Sharaa, the president of Syria, has made 21 international trips since taking office on January 29, 2025, signaling a potential shift in Syria's diplomacy.
United Nations Security Council envoys have visited Syria recently, indicating growing goodwill toward Syria's recovery.
al-Sharaa faces challenges, including nearly 1,000 Israeli airstrikes and Turkish pressure over Kurdish forces.
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed support for al-Sharaa, backing efforts toward stability in Syria.

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Ahmed al-Sharaa, the president of Syria, has made 21 international trips since taking office on January 29, 2025, signaling a potential shift in Syria's diplomacy.
United Nations Security Council envoys have visited Syria recently, indicating growing goodwill toward Syria's recovery.
al-Sharaa faces challenges, including nearly 1,000 Israeli airstrikes and Turkish pressure over Kurdish forces.
U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed support for al-Sharaa, backing efforts toward stability in Syria.