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From al-Qaeda to Syria's presidency, the rise of Ahmad al-Sharaa
He's a former al-Qaeda member, but on Wednesday, new Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa stood on the world stage with President Donald Trump.
Trump handshake caps Syrian leader’s journey from anti-U.S. insurgent to nascent Mideast partner
When the leader of Syria shook hands with U.S. President Donald Trump, it was a striking moment for a man who was an al-Qaida ...
Trump lays out Mideast vision as he looks to revamp US approach in Iran, Syria and beyond
President Donald Trump on Tuesday held out Saudi Arabia as a model for a reimagined Middle East, using the first major foreign ...
Trump wraps momentous Middle East trip with economic deals, Syria sanctions relief and warning to Iran
President Trump concludes Middle East tour with major trade deals, lifting Syria sanctions, and addressing Iran's nuclear ...
Trump pulls sanctions on Syria, extends olive branch to Iran
President Donald Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia marks a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.
Analysis: After meeting Trump, Syria's new leader must prove his willingness, capability
President Donald Trump's announcement of the cessation of U.S. sanctions, along with his meeting with Syrian interim ...
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Trump says getting close to deal to avoid Iran military action
US President Donald Trump said Thursday a deal was close on Iran's nuclear programme that would avoid military action, ...
Trump meets with Syria’s interim president, a first between the nations’ leaders in 25 years
RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump met with interim Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia on ...