Trump-Sharaa Meeting Boosts Syria's Hopes | JQJO

Donald Trump's meeting with Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Riyadh has sparked hope for normalized relations between the US and Syria. The unexpected encounter, facilitated by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Erdogan, led to Trump lifting US sanctions on Syria. Trump described Sharaa as a 'tough guy' despite his past links to al-Qaeda. This decision, a reversal of Trump's previous stance, has been met with celebrations in Syria, where poverty is widespread following years of civil war. The sanctions relief is expected to boost aid and investment.