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All talk, no sanctions: Trump lifts Syria embargo

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Shifting Sands: U.S. Policy on Syria

This chapter examines a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy regarding Syria, particularly the impact of lifting sanctions. It discusses the effects of sanctions on Syria's reconstruction efforts and the Assad regime's adaptations, including its transformation into a narco-state. Additionally, it highlights the influence of Middle Eastern leaders on this policy change and the broader implications for regional dynamics and international relations.

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