Trump Lifts U.S. Sanctions on Syria: Full Details May 14, 2025

 

📰 Historic Meeting

Former President Donald Trump held a historic meeting in Riyadh with Ahmed Al-Sharaa, the new president of Syria. This was the first direct meeting between a U.S. and Syrian leader in over 25 years. Following this meeting, Trump announced the complete lifting of U.S. sanctions on Syria.

🧩 Background

  • Ahmed Al-Sharaa came to power in Syria in 2024 after overthrowing Bashar al-Assad.

  • Al-Sharaa is a former jihadist who had previously been on the U.S. wanted list, with a $10 million bounty on his head.

  • Since taking power, he has renounced his past extremist affiliations and sought to reintegrate Syria into the international community.

🏛️ Trump’s Justification

Trump stated that lifting sanctions was necessary to:

  • Help rebuild Syria's devastated economy.

  • Promote regional stability.

  • Encourage Syria's participation in normalizing relations with Israel under the Abraham Accords.

Trump described Al-Sharaa as a "tough and attractive leader," sparking controversy for his choice of words.

🌍 Regional & Global Reactions

  • Syrian public reaction: Mostly positive, as sanctions relief is expected to ease economic hardship.

  • Israel: Expressed serious concerns over Al-Sharaa’s background and Syria’s stance on the Golan Heights.

  • Regional actors (like Turkey, Jordan, and Lebanon): Watching developments cautiously, awaiting clarity on Syria's new leadership and future alignment.

📅 What's Next?

  • A trilateral meeting is expected soon between the foreign ministers of the U.S., Turkey, and Syria to coordinate on regional security and economic integration.

  • Observers expect more pressure on Syria to join the Abraham Accords and normalize ties with Israel.

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