Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has reportedly made a strategic pitch to U.S. President Donald Trump ahead of his visit to the Middle East, seeking a potential meeting to ease tensions between Syria and Israel while exploring opportunities for economic cooperation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
According to a Reuters report, Sharaa, who remains a U.S.-designated terrorist, has expressed interest in a future business deal, including a Trump Tower in Damascus, peace with Israel, and access to Syria’s oil and gas resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jonathan Bass, an American activist supportive of Trump, met Sharaa in Damascus and has been working to arrange a historic meeting between the two leaders. While the likelihood of such a meeting remains slim due to Trump\u2019s tight schedule and internal U.S. policy disagreements, efforts are ongoing to establish a high-level U.S.-Syria dialogue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Syria\u2019s overtures to Washington also include a proposal to show its non-threatening stance toward Israel, a key concern as Israel has escalated airstrikes in Syria since the country\u2019s regime change. Sharaa has reportedly engaged in indirect negotiations with Israel via the UAE, signaling a potential shift in the region\u2019s dynamics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Despite these efforts, Washington\u2019s stance remains cautious, with the U.S. emphasizing counterterrorism and conditions related to Syria\u2019s foreign fighters. A recent meeting between U.S. officials and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani highlighted the gap in expectations, particularly regarding Syria\u2019s commitment to U.S. demands for reforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although a direct Trump-Sharaa meeting is considered unlikely, the push for engagement with Washington underscores Syria\u2019s desire for a shift in its international standing and economic recovery, amidst a complex geopolitical backdrop.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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