Archive · 21 May 2025
Trump Meets Syrian President, Old Video Surfaces, Sparking Outrage
Former US President Trump met with Syria's new leader, Ahmad al-Sharaa.
A video from 2021, showing al-Sharaa celebrating the 9/11 attacks, was found, causing anger.
Trump called al-Sharaa "tough."
Trump removed sanctions on Syria.
People have different opinions.
Some are mad about this and some are glad about the decisions.
A 2021 video of Ahmad al-Sharaa resurfaced, where he expressed joy over 9/11.
The video emerged after Trump met with al-Sharaa.
Trump praised al-Sharaa as a "young, attractive, and tough guy".
Trump lifted all US sanctions on Syria as a "reward".
Critics condemned Trump's actions, while some supported his decision.
- Who
- Donald Trump met with Ahmad al-Sharaa, the newly elected president of Syria.
- What
- A video of Syrian President al-Sharaa celebrating the 9/11 attacks resurfaced, prompting criticism of Trump's meeting with him.
- When
- The video resurfaced after a meeting between Trump and al-Sharaa in May 2025.
- Where
- The meeting took place in Riyadh.
- Why
- The video resurfaced following Trump's meeting and raised concerns about legitimizing a former terrorist.
Trump Supporters
Critics
Legitimization of al-Sharaa
Trump Supporters
Trump's actions are rewarding and legitimizing a terrorist.
Critics
Trump's actions are positive; al-Sharaa may lead Syria well.
Lifting of Sanctions
Trump Supporters
Lifting sanctions is a mistake.
Critics
Lifting sanctions is a good reward for the Syrian people.
- Meeting Date
- May 14, 2025
- Location of Meeting
- Riyadh
- Sanctions
- US sanctions on Syria lifted
- Al-Sharaa's Past
- Former Al Qaeda and ISIS terrorist
- Al-Sharaa's Reaction to 9/11
- Expressed joy