Al Jazeera News Updates Syrian president meets with Trump, New Delhi car blast
Nov 10, 2025
Discover the latest on US sanctions impacting Bashar al-Assad's inner circle in Syria and the political intricacies of US Senate funding discussions. Hear about a tragic car explosion in New Delhi, its casualties, and ongoing investigations. Delve into the severe aftermath of Typhoon Fanguang in the Philippines, marked by fatalities and widespread devastation. Finally, get a preview of an upcoming climate summit in Brazil, where leaders will tackle emissions in the face of global conflicts.
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Sanctions Cripple Syria's Economic Sectors
- U.S. sanctions targeted President Bashar al-Assad, senior officials and regime backers involved in key economic sectors.
- The measures aimed to stop foreign investment in Syria's construction, energy and military industries and have crippled the economy.
Temporary Relief Risks Industry Collapse
- Temporary relief from sanctions risks shutting down still-functioning industries according to business owners.
- Even brief policy shifts can put fragile sectors at immediate risk in sanction-hit economies.
Shutdown Relief Hinges On Senate Vote
- The U.S. Senate debated a bill to end a 41-day government shutdown and restore pay to federal workers.
- A bipartisan split in the Senate and pending House approval determined the measure's path forward.