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Former ambassador outlines future role of Syria's neighbors

Season 2024 Episode 350 | 7m 29s

Turkey announced it would reopen its embassy in Damascus after closing it 12 years ago as Bashar al-Assad began the murderous campaign against his own people. Turkey and Syria's other neighbors could play a critical role in rebuilding the country. Amna Nawaz discussed more with Ambassador James Jeffrey. He served during the Trump administration as a special representative for Syria engagement.

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