Rubio says Syria may be weeks from 'full-scale civil war of epic proportions'
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned on May 20 that Syria might face a new civil war soon, urging support for its transitional leadership. He stated, "the transitional authority...is maybe weeks away from potential collapse and a full-scale civil war of epic proportions." Rubio's comments followed violent attacks against the Alawite and Druze minorities.

President Trump recently lifted Assad-era sanctions and met with Syria's transitional President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, previously wanted by the US over militant ties. Rubio noted that engaging with these leaders could lead to success but not engaging guaranteed failure.

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