What will be the outcome of Syria-US relations by end of 2025?
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Syria's New Leader Ahmed al-Sharaa Congratulates Trump, Calls for Partnership to Bring Middle East Peace
Jan 20, 2025, 09:38 PM
Ahmed al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Muhammad al-Julani, the new leader of Syria, has extended congratulations to US President Donald Trump on his inauguration, expressing hopes for improved relations between the two countries based on dialogue. In a statement released on Monday, al-Sharaa emphasized his confidence in Trump's ability to bring peace to the Middle East and restore stability to the region. "We are confident that Trump is the leader who can bring peace to the Middle East and restore stability to the region," al-Sharaa said. He called for creating a partnership between Syria and the United States.
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Humanitarian aid agreement • 25%
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