After Nearly Fifteen Years, the US Reopens Its Embassy in Syria

The US has reopened its embassy in Syria after nearly 15 years, signaling a potential thaw in relations between the two countries.

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US envoy Thomas Barrack raised the American flag at the ambassador's residence in Damascus, marking a significant step towards improved relations between the US and Syria. The ceremony was attended by Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani among others.

The US closed its embassy in 2011 following the outbreak of the Syrian civil war under Bashar al-Assad's regime. Barrack, currently the US ambassador to Ankara, was appointed as special envoy to Syria on May 23. This is his first visit to Syria in this capacity.

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