Explainer 532: Why is Syria back on Washington’s Christmas card list?
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The episode discusses the recent warming relations between Syria and the US following a meeting between Donald Trump and President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
After a warm reception between Donald Trump and President Ahmed al-Sharaa, Syria has been removed from the US list of state sponsors of terrorism. What stands to be gained for both sides? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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