Arabic version: مستشار أميركي سابق يصف التحول في العلاقات مع سوريا بأنه «سريالي»

According to Al Jazeera, a former US State Department adviser on Syria described the improved relationship between Washington and Damascus as “surreal.” The adviser spoke to Al Jazeera’s programme “This is America” about the changing ties.

The former official said the improved relationship makes sense because Syria’s new leadership has priorities that overlap with US interests. Those shared priorities include regional stability and containing armed groups.

The comments point to a shift in relations between Washington and Damascus under Syria’s new leadership. Al Jazeera reported the remarks on August 19, 2026.