Syrian Foreign Minister Shaibani will visit Washington on Thursday, September 18th, 2025, to meet with American lawmakers and officials to discuss the permanent lifting of Caesar sanctions on Syria. The announcement was made via the Syrian state television channel, Al-Shaibani, on Telegram. This visit follows recent diplomatic engagement between Syria and Israel, including security talks held in London on September 17th involving Israeli Minister Ron Dermer and U.S. envoy Barrack. During those discussions, Syria presented its response to an Israeli proposal concerning security zones. Earlier this week, Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa had emphasized the necessity of a security agreement with Israel. The context of these discussions includes ongoing efforts in Syria, such as rebuilding efforts in Tell Rifaat in the northern Aleppo province, where displaced residents have begun returning.
