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U.S. Envoy Barrack Drives New Coalition Strategies in Syria

2/11/2026

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U.S. Special Envoy to Syria Tom Barrack shapes policy in the northern Levant by engaging Syria, Turkey, and neighbors.
Recently, he attended a US-led anti-ISIS coalition meeting in Saudi Arabia, signaling Syria's shift to join the coalition.
Barrack highlighted Saudi Arabia's $2 billion investment in Aleppo's airports and a Chevron gas exploration deal.
Discussions with Kurdish leaders in Iraq focused on regional stability and cooperation, reflecting evolving Middle East dynamics.

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Story summary

U.S. Special Envoy to Syria Tom Barrack shapes policy in the northern Levant by engaging Syria, Turkey, and neighbors.
Recently, he attended a US-led anti-ISIS coalition meeting in Saudi Arabia, signaling Syria's shift to join the coalition.
Barrack highlighted Saudi Arabia's $2 billion investment in Aleppo's airports and a Chevron gas exploration deal.
Discussions with Kurdish leaders in Iraq focused on regional stability and cooperation, reflecting evolving Middle East dynamics.