Trump says normalization of US relations with Syria have begun
Speaking at the GCC-US Summit in Riyadh, the US President expressed interest making a deal with Iran, but said that 'for that to happen [Iran] must stop supporting terror and not have a nuclear weapon.'
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Trump also said that there was a chance of a future in Lebanon that was free from a Hezbollah grip.
Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed al-Nahyan, Emir of Kuwait Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah, Bahrain King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa and Omani Deputy Prime Minister for Relations and International Cooperation Affairs Asaad bin Tariq al Said were all in attendance on Wednesday morning in preparation for the summit.
The summit reflects the Gulf states' commitment to strengthening strategic cooperation with the US, within the framework of the vision led by Saudi Arabia to enhance integration and joint action in order to serve mutual interests, with defense cooperation being a key component of the partnership.
This partnership between the GCC states and the US is based on historical ties, shared interests and a desire to maintain security and stability in the region.
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