US diplomats visit Syria to meet new rulers

US diplomats have arrived in Syria to engage with the new Islamist-led rulers, aiming to promote a moderate and inclusive path while seeking information on missing Americans. The delegation, led by Barbara Leaf and Daniel Rubinstein, will meet with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham representatives and other Syrian groups to discuss the country’s future and US support. Despite concerns about HTS’s terrorist designation, discussions are ongoing on potential sanctions relief and diplomatic engagement in the post-Assad era.

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