Trump lifts sanctions on Syria, offering a chance for greatness during Riyadh speech

In a surprising move, President Trump declared the end of U.S. sanctions on Syria, emphasizing a new era of potential recovery for the war-torn nation. This decision marks a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy, aiming to foster stability in the region.

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Trump's announcement to lift sanctions on Syria

I will be ordering the cessation of sanctions against Syria in order to give them a chance at greatness.
Donald Trump
President of the United States
NBC Los AngelesCnbc
The sanctions on Syria were brutal and crippling.
Donald Trump
President of the United States
NBC Los Angeles
It's their time to shine. We're taking them all off. Good luck Syria, show us something very special.
Donald Trump
President of the United States
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Value of U.S. arms package to Saudi Arabia
$142 billion
Time
Key Facts
  • President Donald Trump announced plans to lift sanctions against the Syrian government and expressed a willingness to negotiate with Iran, signaling a reordering of U.S. foreign policy.Washingtonpost2
  • Saudi Arabia has been vocal about the need to end Syria’s economic isolation, arguing that lifting sanctions is essential to regional stability and reconstruction efforts.Tribune

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U.S.-Saudi relations and defense agreements

There is a possibility the world leaders could announce a civil-nuclear deal between the U.S. and Saudi Arabia.
Elizabeth Dent
Senior Fellow
Time
Value of U.S. arms package to Saudi Arabia
$142 billion
Time
Key Facts
  • Trump and the Saudis announced a multibillion-dollar defense partnership, including a $142 billion defense and security deal that equips Saudi Arabia with state-of-the-art war equipment.Thehill
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Background Context

Historical context of U.S. sanctions on Syria

Key Facts
  • Syria has been designated a State Sponsor of Terrorism by the U.S. government since 1979, with additional sanctions imposed in 2004 and again in 2011 after the regime of then-President Bashar al-Assad launched a brutal crackdown on anti-government uprisings.NBC Los Angeles

Other Facts in these Reports

New Syrian Leadership under Ahmed al-Sharaa is a former Al Qaeda member who describes himself as reformed.
NBC Los Angeles
Lebanon’s President, Joseph Aoun, welcomed the move, calling it 'a bold step on Syria's path towards recovery and stability.'
Tribune
Trump's Gulf Tour is expected to focus heavily on business deals and new investments from the oil-rich region.
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