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Trump Hosts Syria’s Al‑Sharaa, Pauses Caesar Sanctions for 180 Days as Damascus Joins Anti‑ISIS Coalition

The pivot hinges on counter‑ISIS coordination, as lasting sanctions relief depends on Congress.

UN Delists Syria’s al‑Sharaa as U.S. Drops Terror Label Ahead of White House Visit

Trump Refuses to Pull Kuwait Ambassador Nominee as GOP Defections Stall Confirmation

Israel and Hamas Approve U.S.-Brokered First-Phase Ceasefire With Hostage Releases and Israeli Pullback