Saudi Arabia and Syria agree to fight drug trafficking in historic thaw of ties.
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Saudi Arabia and Syria have agreed to resume consular services and flights, and cooperate to fight drug trafficking. This marks a significant development in moves by Arab states to normalize links with Syria's President Bashar Al-Assad. The two ministers discussed the steps needed for a political settlement to the Syrian crisis that contributes to "Syria's return to its Arab environment" and said they would enhance cooperation on combating drug trafficking. Saudi Arabia plans to invite Assad to the Arab League summit Riyadh is scheduled to host on May 19, a move that would formally end his regional isolation.
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