Damascus: Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Friday extended his congratulations to US President Donald Trump and the American populace on the occasion of the 250th Independence Day. He expressed optimism for the enhancement of relations between Damascus and Washington.

According to Anadolu Agency, President al-Sharaa communicated his message via the US social media platform X. In his statement, he conveyed his congratulations to President Trump and the American people. He emphasized that the 'new Syria' is committed to fostering relations based on mutual respect and productive cooperation, aiming to support stability and prosperity. This initiative aligns with the aspirations of both nations and aims to contribute to peace and security on both regional and global scales.