President Donald Trump on Monday celebrated what he called a “historic opportunity” for peace and stability in the Middle East, touting major progress in Syria following his decision to lift harsh U.S. sanctions and welcome the country’s new president to Washington.
In a Truth Social post, Trump said the U.S. is “very satisfied” with Syria’s trajectory under President Ahmed al-Sharaa, describing the country as “working diligently” toward becoming “a true and prosperous State.”
Trump emphasized that his removal of “very strong and biting sanctions” — a dramatic shift from U.S. policy against former Syrian leader Bashar Assad — has been “truly appreciated by Syria, its Leadership, and its People.”
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