Syria’s presidency said on X that Sharaa and Trump discussed the bilateral relationship, “the ways to strengthen and develop it, as well as a number of regional and international issues of common interest.” Sharaa’s White House visit is “a hugely symbolic moment for the country’s new leader, who thus marks another step in his astonishing transformation from militant leader to global statesman,” said Michael Hanna, US program director at the International Crisis Group. Related Reads Syria’s new president visits US a day after removal from terror blacklist ahead of Trump meeting Syria welcomes lifting of US sanctions as 'positive step' 'Young, attractive guy': Trump praises new Syrian leader after lifting US sanctions
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Published at: 2025-11-10 21:46:42
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