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US recognizes Israeli ‘sovereignty’ over Syria’s Golan Heights

President Donald Trump signed the proclamation recognizing Israeli “sovereignty” over the Syrian territory during a ceremony at the White House.

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President Donald Trump signed the proclamation recognizing Israeli “sovereignty” over the Syrian territory during a ceremony at the White House.

Trump’s move marks a major shift in US foreign policy. The decision has been viewed as a campaign gift to Netanyahu ahead of Israel's legislative elections on April 9.