US President Donald Trump greets Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during the Saudi-US investment forum at the King Abdul Aziz International Conference Center in Riyadh on May 13, 2025. [Fayez Nureldine/AFP]

Trump announces surprise end to Syria sanctions

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Trump announces surprise end to Syria sanctions

US President Donald Trump surprised a crowded hall of business leaders in Riyadh with news that his administration will drop sanctions on Syia “to give them a chance at greatness.”