Syria seeks alliances with Turkey, Gulf states, West, and envisions a 'new partnership' with Russia

The recent meeting between Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa and US President Donald Trump at the White House represents a significant moment in Syrian-American relations, being the first visit by a Syrian leader since the country's independence in 1946. This unprecedented dialogue comes shortly after al-Sharaa was removed from a terrorism blacklist, indicating a thaw in relations that could lead to new diplomatic avenues. Al-Sharaa's leadership follows the ousting of Bashar al-Assad by his rebel forces, which has altered the political landscape in Syria. As Syria seeks to establish alliances with Turkey, Gulf states, and the West, it also envisions a 'new partnership' with Russia. This dual approach could not only stabilize Syria but also influence broader regional dynamics, potentially altering the balance of power in the Middle East and affecting international relations with major powers like the US and Russia.