The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has welcomed US President Donald Trump's announcement to lift sanctions on Syria. On Tuesday, Trump revealed plans to remove all his country's sanctions on the Arab nation during a visit to Riyadh, part of a Gulf tour that also includes Doha and Abu Dhabi.

GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed al-Budaiwi praised the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's efforts, which contributed to pushing for this important decision. He voiced hopes the decision would contribute to alleviating the suffering of the Syrian people and pave the way for building a secure and prosperous future for the Syrian Arab Republic.