What does Syria's sanctions relief mean for Lebanon?
Saturday, 17 May 2025 Lebanon closely monitors potential US sanctions relief for Syria, anticipating regional impacts. President Aoun sees it as a courageous decision, potentially aiding refugee repatriation and economic integration. Despite internal challenges like inflation and regional instability, Lebanon hopes to benefit from a unified market with Syria and contribute to its reconstruction.
During his visit to Saudi Arabia, President Trump met with Syria’s new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, marking the first such meeting in 25 years. Trump urged Syria to join the Abraham Accords with Israel, expel foreign militants, and take control of ISIS camps run by Kurdish forces. In return, Trump...
Syrians hopeful for the future after US and EU sanctions relief
US President Donald Trump granted Syria sweeping exemptions from sanctions in a major first step toward fulfilling his pledge to lift..
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In a stunning reversal of longstanding U.S. foreign policy, former President Donald Trump has lifted key sanctions on Syria, ending years of crippling economic isolation. The move comes as part of..
EU lifts all economic sanctions on Syria, hoping to speed up post-al-Assad recovery
Donald Trump's sudden decision to lift sanctions on Syria accelerated the timeline in Brussels, which had been..
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Saturday, 17 May 2025
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