Political Transition in Syria: U.S. Delegation Meets New Leadership

A high-level delegation from the U.S. State Department, led by Assistant Secretary of State Barbara Leaf, has met with Syria’s new leadership following the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad. The discussions focused on Syria’s political transition, emphasizing the need for an inclusive government and addressing threats from terrorist groups. Shami leader Ahmed al-Sharaa committed to these principles, leading the U.S. to remove a $10 million bounty on him. The U.S. and other Western powers are cautiously engaging with Syria’s new leadership, considering their terrorist designation. The delegation also sought information on missing American journalist Austin Tice. Syrians have expressed mixed emotions about Assad’s fall and concerns about the new government’s direction. same