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Trump will host first-ever visit by a Syrian president to the White House, official says

Trump will host first-ever visit by a Syrian president to the White House, official says

Summary

President Donald Trump plans to host Ahmad al-Sharaa, the Syrian president, for a meeting at the White House on November 10. This visit marks the first time a Syrian president will visit the White House. The meeting aims to discuss Syria joining a coalition against ISIS.

Key Facts

  • President Trump will host Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa at the White House on November 10.
  • This visit is the first time a Syrian president will come to the White House.
  • Trump met al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia in May, marking the first meeting between the two leaders in 25 years.
  • Syria is trying to overcome decades of international isolation.
  • Al-Sharaa previously had a $10 million U.S. bounty due to past ties with al-Qaida and was imprisoned by U.S. troops.
  • Al-Sharaa is expected to sign an agreement for Syria to join the U.S.-led coalition against ISIS.
  • This event follows a recent ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas.
  • The ceasefire has been challenged by recent Israeli strikes in Gaza.
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