00:00Syrian President Ahmed Al-Shara's arrival at the White House to meet Donald Trump drew attention after he entered through a side door, and not the main entrance, with no official ceremony and away from media coverage, sparking questions about the nature and protocol level of the visit.
00:30Syrian Ambassador Bassam Barabandi told Al-Arabiya that the visit was private, not official, which, according to White House protocol, means there is no ceremonial welcome or flag display.
00:47The visit marks the first time a Syrian President has entered the White House and comes amid U.S. promises to continue easing sanctions on Damascus.
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