Trump Says US May Ease Syria Sanctions After Turkish Inquiry

President Donald Trump has indicated he is considering easing U.S. sanctions on Syria, describing it as an effort to give the country a "fresh start" after years of conflict. This potential shift in policy follows inquiries from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, with whom Trump praised for hosting direct talks between Russia and Ukraine. The sanctions relief could support Syria's reconstruction efforts under its new Islamist regime that replaced Bashar al-Assad, which has been seeking to revive the battered economy. However, some countries and Israel have cautioned against quickly lifting sanctions, emphasizing the need to monitor human rights and how the new authorities govern. Trump's remarks signal an evolving U.S. diplomatic approach amid complex regional dynamics involving Turkey, Syria, and the broader Middle East. Further discussions are expected to clarify the extent and conditions of any sanctions relief.