The US raised its flag outside the US ambassador's residence in Damascus, signaling improved relations with Syria's new government. Tom Barrack, the US ambassador to Turkey and special envoy to Syria, inaugurated the residence and met with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa. They signed an agreement for a major energy project involving Qatari, Turkish, and US companies, expected to supply over 50% of Syria's electricity needs. Despite the US embassy remaining closed since 2012, Barrack's visit indicates a warming relationship, supported by the Trump administration's recent openness to Syria's new leadership. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)