In a move that has captured global attention, former U.S. President Donald Trump met with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in a surprise diplomatic engagement aimed at reshaping Middle East alliances. During the high-level meeting, Trump reportedly encouraged Assad to consider establishing formal diplomatic relations with Israel — a bold step that, if realized, could mark a historic shift in the region. Sources familiar with the talks suggest that Trump framed the potential normalization as part of a broader strategy for economic revival and regional stability. He reportedly pointed to the Abraham Accords, which saw several Arab nations normalize ties with Israel under his administration, as a blueprint for what could be achieved in Syria. The meeting, which took place amid...