Syria’s president in the White House: Ex-al Qaeda leader joins anti-terror alliance

Historic meeting: Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and US President Donald Trump in Riyadh in May (picture alliance / ASSOCIATED PRESS | Saudi Royal Palace)

Donald Trump clears the way for billions to be invested in Syria. In return for the lifting of sanctions, interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa joins the US-led anti-terror alliance.

Markus Bickel

Last updated: 10. November 2025

Middle East Middle East conflict Syria

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Syria’s president in the White House: Ex-al Qaeda leader joins anti-terror alliance

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