Al-Sharaa and Trump Discuss Lifting Remaining Sanctions on Syria

ARK News.. Syrian Transitional President Ahmad Al-Sharaa and U.S. President Donald Trump discussed the lifting of the remaining sanctions on Syria, with al-Sharaa stressing that such a move would be a crucial step toward revitalizing the Syrian economy and improving living conditions for Syrian citizens.

The discussion took place during a phone call on Sunday, May 31, 2026, during which the two leaders reviewed bilateral relations, recent political and security developments in the region, and ways to strengthen cooperation in support of Syria’s stability and economic recovery in the coming period.

Al-Sharaa emphasized the importance of continued international support for Syria during the reconstruction and recovery phase, noting that lifting the remaining sanctions is essential to enabling the Syrian economy to regain momentum and improve the living standards of the population.

He added that such a step would encourage investment and create a favorable environment for the return of economic and development projects across key sectors.

The call also addressed regional security developments and the challenges arising from ongoing tensions in the region. Al-Sharaa stressed the importance of prioritizing diplomacy and dialogue as a means of promoting regional peace and security and preventing further escalation.

For his part, President Trump expressed interest in following developments in Syria and the wider region, underscoring the importance of maintaining stability and supporting Syria’s recovery and reconstruction efforts.

At the conclusion of the call, both sides affirmed the importance of continuing communication and coordination on issues of mutual interest in a manner that serves the interests of both countries and contributes to regional security and stability.

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