
May 30, 2026
✦Al Jazeera Online
Rubio says Trump envoy Barrack to step down from Syria post
Tom Barrack is stepping down as US Special Envoy for Syria, but will keep a key role managing policy for Syria and Iraq. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, "he will continue to play a leading role." Barrack, a friend of President Trump, has been important in US policy for the region.