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Syrian President al-Sharaa Meets Trump in Historic Visit

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Above: Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa delivers a speech to the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change in Belem, Brazil, on Nov. 6, 2025. Image copyright: Ahmet Okur/Anadolu/Getty Images

The Spin

Syria's diplomatic breakthrough offers genuine hope for reconstruction and regional stability after years of devastating conflict. Al-Sharaa's engagement with the diaspora and commitment to counter-terrorism cooperation demonstratesdemonstrate serious leadership ready to rebuild the nation. Lifting sanctions creates opportunities for peace and economic recovery.

Al Jazeera on X

Al-Sharaa's White House visit represents a dangerous legitimization of an extremist leader with Al-Qaeda and ISISIS ties. The Syrian government's staged anti-ISISIS raids are transparent propaganda designed to whitewash their terrorist background and secure sanctions relief. America shouldn't reward fake operations with diplomatic recognition.

Thecradle.Co

Syria's diplomatic breakthrough offers genuine hope for reconstruction and regional stability after years of devastating conflict. Al-Sharaa's engagement with the diaspora and commitment to counter-terrorism cooperation demonstrate serious leadership ready to rebuild the nation. Lifting sanctions creates opportunities for peace and economic recovery.

The Syrian Observer

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