Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, the former militant commander who led the overthrow, says he is working to build an inclusive government friendly to the West. Some Trump administration officials are pushing to lift or waive sanctions as fast as possible without demanding tough conditions first.

Saudi Press Agency/Handout via REUTERS/File Photo WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The United States on Friday took the first steps toward lifting sanctions on Syria after President Donald Trump said his administration would unwind them.