Trump meets Syria’s Al-Sharaa in Riyadh

Trump met Syrian interim leader Al-Sharaa in Riyadh, discussing sanctions relief, investment, Israel ties, and regional peace efforts.

In a landmark diplomatic engagement, U.S. President Donald Trump met with Syria’s interim leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, in Riyadh on May 14, 2025. This meeting marked the first direct dialogue between American and Syrian leadership in over two decades. The encounter, facilitated by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, also included Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan participating virtually.