Lifting of American Sanctions on Syria
President Donald Trump announced the lifting of American sanctions on Syria, leading to spontaneous celebrations in Damascus's Umayyad Square. The victory of al-Qaeda offshoot HTS over Bashar Assad ended the Syrian Civil War, with HTS leader Ahmed al-Sharaa becoming the 'interim' president. Trump praised Sharaa and hinted at Syria joining the Abraham Accords.
Key Points
- End of American sanctions on Syria
- HTS victory over Bashar Assad
- President Trump's praise for HTS leader Ahmed al-Sharaa
- Hint at Syria joining the Abraham Accords
Pros
- Spontaneous celebrations in Damascus
- Potential for rebuilding Syria after years of war
- Possibility of Syria joining the Abraham Accords
Cons
- Previous ties of HTS leader to al-Qaeda
- Uncertainty regarding the dismantling of HTS and establishment of a new government
- Controversy surrounding the decision to lift all sanctions on Syria