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Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Monday to discuss improving bilateral relations and addressing key regional concerns, according to the Syrian presidency.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa held a significant meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington on Monday, aimed at reinforcing ties between the two nations. The meeting, which was attended by both countries' foreign ministers, focused on enhancing cooperation and tackling regional challenges, the Syrian presidency reported.
The talks come amid growing international scrutiny of Syria's geopolitical position and its relations with global powers. The meeting underscored the importance of improving diplomatic and economic ties between Syria and the United States, as both nations seek to navigate complex regional dynamics.
Details of the discussions between al-Sharaa and Trump remain largely undisclosed, but the Syrian presidency emphasized the mutual interest in addressing issues related to security, economic collaboration, and regional stability. The presence of foreign ministers from both sides suggests that the talks may also involve discussions on broader diplomatic strategies in the Middle East.
While the U.S. and Syria have had strained relations in recent years, marked by diplomatic tensions and differing approaches to conflicts in the region, the meeting signals a potential shift toward more constructive engagement. The two countries are expected to continue discussions on ways to enhance bilateral cooperation, with an emphasis on resolving key regional issues.
In addition to the talks with President Trump, President Sharaa's visit to Washington is seen as part of Syria's ongoing efforts to re-establish ties with the West following years of isolation due to the ongoing civil war and the Assad regime's policies.
The U.S. government has yet to release an official statement regarding the meeting, but the discussions between al-Sharaa and Trump could mark a pivotal moment in Syrian-U.S. relations, setting the stage for future diplomatic engagements in the region.
Billionaire Jeff Bezos’s Blue Origin has launched NASA’s twin ESCAPADE satellites to Mars on Sunday, marking the second flight of its New Glenn rocket, a mission seen as a crucial test of the company’s reusability ambitions and a fresh challenge to Elon Musk’s SpaceX.
Two trains crashed in Slovakia on Sunday evening after one ran into the back of the other, injuring dozens of passengers, police and the country's interior minister said.
Real Madrid, top of LaLiga, is determined to bounce back from their midweek Champions League loss against Liverpool as they face local rivals Rayo Vallecano. Coach Xabi Alonso insists the team is focused on finishing strong before the international break.
China has announced exemptions to its export controls on Nexperia chips intended for civilian use, the commerce ministry said on Sunday, a move aimed at easing supply shortages affecting carmakers and automotive suppliers.
Russia said its forces have captured the village of Rybne in Ukraine’s southeastern Zaporizhzhia region, though Kyiv has not confirmed the claim. Ukraine’s military says it repelled multiple Russian assaults nearby amid ongoing heavy fighting.
U.S. President Donald Trump ordered air traffic controllers back to work amid record flight cancellations and delays during the 41-day federal government shutdown, warning penalties for absences and promising rewards for those who stayed on duty.
The fate of food assistance for 42 million low-income Americans remained uncertain on Monday, as ongoing legal disputes continued to cloud the future of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) even while lawmakers worked to end the record-breaking federal government shutdown.
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday officially declared open the 15th National Games of the People’s Republic of China, marking the start of the nation’s premier multi-sport event that brings together thousands of athletes from across the country.
Azerbaijan has officially handed over the COP chairmanship to Brazil. Under President Ilham Aliyev, COP29 worked to bring countries together, act as a fair mediator, and aim for the highest climate goals.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced a high level delegation visit to Pakistan as part of efforts to secure a lasting ceasefire between Kabul and Islamabad.
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