Syria's Sharaa speaks with Trump on economy and regional developmentsTrump on economy and regional developments
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa held a phone call with US President Donald Trump on Sunday, according to the Syrian presidency. The two leaders discussed support for Syria’s economy and regional developments, a sign of continued contact as Washington keeps some sanctions in place.
The call matters because Syria’s future ties with the United States could shape sanctions relief, reconstruction, and wider Middle East diplomacy.
Syrian Presidency
The Syrian presidency presented the call as direct engagement between Damascus and Washington on economic support and regional issues. It suggests Syria wants political recognition and a path toward easing the pressure of sanctions.
United States
The US position appears more cautious, with officials saying some sanctions remain even after major parts of the Syria sanctions regime were dismantled. That keeps leverage in place while Washington watches how the new Syrian leadership governs and handles regional security.
- Syria’s capital has been a political and cultural center for millennia.
- US sanctions policy on Syria has often been tied to human rights and wartime accountability.
- Phone diplomacy often signals tentative engagement before formal visits or agreements.
