Last updated: 2025-11-12 21:24:47 ET
Ahmed al-Sharaa, once branded a terrorist by the US, became the first Syrian leader to visit the White House.
President Trump welcomed Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa at the White House on Monday and announced a new partnership with the country. CBS News nati...
Trump is courting the jihadi-turned-statesman to secure a new ally in the Middle East.
The U.S. and Syrian presidents discussed lifting U.S. sanctions and fighting the Islamic State.
As Trump meets Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa, the former al-Qaeda leader is expected to tout his fight against ISIS and push for sanctions relief.
By embracing Sharaa, Trump hopes to bring Syria into the U.S. order.
The Syrian president, who visits the White House today, just oversaw his first election.
