Syrian-US Envoy Meeting: A Step Towards Resolution?

Syrian-US Talks in Istanbul Focus on Sanctions, Security, and Investment. A meeting in Istanbul between Syrian officials and the US special envoy to Syria has yielded discussions on several key issues. Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Foreign Minister As'ad al-Shibani met with Thomas Barak to discuss the lifting of sanctions, the fight against terrorism, and the attraction of foreign investment in Syria's energy sector. "The Syrian government is committed to maintaining national sovereignty and cooperating with the international community to overcome regional challenges," stated a source from the Syrian delegation. The talks also covered plans to improve Syria's infrastructure and attract foreign investment in energy and other sectors. The positive outcome of the meeting suggests a potential step towards resolving the Syrian conflict and paving the way for economic recovery.