Trump lifts sanctions on Syria ahead of meeting with leader Ahmad Al Shara

US President Donald Trump announced Tuesday the lifting of sanctions on Syria, a move sought by the new leader whom he plans to see in Riyadh.

"I will be ordering the cessation of sanctions against Syria in order to give them a chance at greatness," Trump said to applause in a speech in Riyadh.

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This announcement coincided with the arrival of Trump in the Kingdom.

Earlier, a white House official confirmed that Trump will meet Syria leader Ahmad Al Shara on Wednesday, May 14.

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The trip marks the US president's first major visit abroad of his second term, with the White House saying he looked forward to a "historic return" to the region.

After arriving in Riyadh on Tuesday, Trump will make stops at Qatar and the UAE. Trump's itinerary includes Riyadh, Doha, and Abu Dhabi.