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U.S. Reopens Ambassador's Residence in Damascus, Signaling Warming Relations with Syria

The U.S. flag is raised at the reopened ambassador's residence in Damascus, marking improved ties with Syria's new government.


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The U.S. has raised its flag at the long-closed ambassador's residence in Damascus, signaling a thaw in relations with Syria's new government. Tom Barrack, the U.S. ambassador to Turkey and newly appointed special envoy to Syria, inaugurated the residence. This move follows the ousting of Bashar Assad and reflects a shift in U.S. policy, encouraged by allies Saudi Arabia and Turkey. The Trump administration is showing increasing openness to Damascus, rolling back sanctions and seeking to improve regional stability.

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"…But Barrack’s visit and the raising of the flag were a significant signal of warming relations."

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