AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSanctions & Reconstruction Talks: Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa spoke by phone with US President Donald Trump, urging lifting remaining US sanctions as a “fundamental step” to restart Syria’s economy and reconstruction, while Trump stressed stability and prioritized diplomacy. US Diplomatic Moves: Trump also expanded the role of Tom Barrack—keeping him as US ambassador to Türkiye while adding special envoy responsibilities for Syria and Iraq, signaling deeper engagement as Syria’s transition continues. Currency Policy: Syria’s central bank extended the currency exchange deadline to end-July, a move aimed at easing pressure in FX markets. Flood Response & Water Stress: Euphrates flooding receded in eastern Syria, but emergency response continued as thousands were displaced and farmland damaged; separately, Syria warned of consequences from reduced Euphrates flows after Turkey cut water supplies. Southern Syria Security: Israeli forces carried out fresh ground incursions into Quneitra and Daraa, setting up temporary checkpoints and searching residents and vehicles.
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