Trump to remove all US sanctions against Syria

The US President made the announcement in Saudi Arabia, the first stop on his three-nation visit to the Middle East. He also secured a $600 billion commitment from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. DW has more.

US President Donald Trump is traveling to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates in his first trip to the Middle East since returning to the White House. 

In Riyadh, his first stop on the trip, he signed an agreement with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman that secures billions in investment.

Trump also announced he is lifting sanctions on Syria, and plans to meet the country's interim leader in Riyadh.

Here are the latest developments from the United States and President Donald Trump's visit to the Middle East: