Trump initiates removal of Syria from US list of state sponsors of terrorism

According to France 24, President Donald Trump has formally begun removing Syria from the US list of state sponsors of terrorism, notifying Congress of the decision on Wednesday. Trump reportedly told Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa that the move would help rebuild the war-ravaged country. France 24 describes it as a major shift in Washington's policy toward Damascus and a significant boost for Sharaa.

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