President Trump announces lifting of sanctions on Syria
President Donald Trump announced he will lift sanctions on Syria in exchange for normalization of relations with Israel. Trump encouraged signing onto the Abraham Accords, deporting terrorists, and assuming charge of ISIS detention centers.
Key Points
- Sanctions relief in exchange for normalization of relations with Israel
- Encouragement to sign onto the Abraham Accords
- Deportation of terrorists and assumption of ISIS detention center charge
Pros
- Potential for stabilization and peace in Syria
- Normalization of relations between Syria and Israel
Cons
- Concerns about the state of play in Syria from Israel
- Risk of empowering certain groups in Syria