Saudi FM receives U.S. envoy to Syria in Riyadh
RIYADH — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received U.S. Special Envoy to Syria Tom Barak on Thursday in Riyadh.
The meeting focused on ways to support the Syrian Arab Republic in efforts aimed at enhancing its security, stability, and economic recovery.
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