According to a report by The Times Of Israel, US President Donald Trump revealed on Thursday that he intends to deliver what he described as a “major announcement” regarding Syria, though he refrained from providing any further details about the nature of the statement.
Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump was asked about his administration’s stance on Syria and its policies in the region. He responded by emphasizing that he had previously lifted sanctions on the country to create space for negotiations and de-escalation.
“I took sanctions off in order to let them breathe because those sanctions were very strong, but I think we should have a major announcement today,” Trump said, without offering clarification on whether the upcoming statement would focus on military, political, or economic developments.
The U.S. has played a central role in the Syrian conflict over the past decade, supporting Kurdish-led forces in the fight against ISIS while also maintaining pressure on the government of President Bashar al-Assad. Washington’s use of sanctions has long been a key element of its strategy, aimed at limiting Assad’s access to international financial systems and pressuring his allies.
Trump has repeatedly signaled his intention to scale back the U.S. military footprint in the Middle East, citing the need to avoid what he calls “endless wars.” However, his approach to Syria has often raised questions, particularly after decisions to withdraw troops were followed by sudden policy shifts.
The president’s reference to a “major announcement” left analysts and observers waiting to see whether it would mark another change in U.S. policy or a new initiative addressing the country’s complex crisis. See, More, Here>>>>
