Syrian President Ahmed Sharaa received US Special Envoy for Syria Thomas Barrack at the Presidential Palace in Damascus on Saturday, according to official Syrian sources.

The meeting focused on recent developments in Syria and the wider region, with discussions also covering possible avenues for economic cooperation between Damascus and Washington, as well as issues of mutual interest.

The talks come amid ongoing diplomatic contacts involving Syria and international actors, as efforts continue to address political and economic challenges following years of conflict in the country.

The meeting is also seen within the context of broader regional diplomacy, where security concerns, counterterrorism coordination, and stabilization efforts remain key topics among international stakeholders engaging with Syria.

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shibani also attended the meeting.(ILKHA)