US Proposes Urgent Resolution to Lift Sanctions on Syrian Leader

BREAKING: The United States has just drafted a resolution at the U.N. Security Council aimed at lifting sanctions on Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, leader of the Islamist militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). This proposal emerges just ahead of al-Sharaa’s scheduled meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday, October 30, 2023.

The urgency of this resolution is underscored by the fact that the U.N. Security Council has already approved travel exemptions for al-Sharaa throughout this year. This indicates that the upcoming White House meeting is not contingent on the success of the U.S. proposal. The draft resolution, which was reviewed by Reuters, also calls for the repeal of sanctions against Syria’s Interior Minister Anas Khattab.

This significant development could reshape U.S. relations with Syria and impact the broader geopolitical landscape in the Middle East. The lifting of sanctions may open channels for future diplomatic negotiations, potentially altering the dynamics of the ongoing conflict in the region.

As the situation unfolds, observers are keenly watching the discussions at the U.N. Security Council. The implications of these moves could resonate beyond Syria, affecting international relations and humanitarian efforts in the area.

Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.