In a significant move, US President Donald Trump has signed an order removing long-standing sanctions on Syria that had frozen government assets since 2004. However, restrictions remain on former President Bashar al-Assad, ISIS, and Iranian allies in Syria.
A State Department official confirmed the change, noting the US is also reconsidering Syria’s designation as a state sponsor of terrorism. This decision could help Syria reintegrate into global markets and attract foreign investment.
Syrian officials welcomed the move, with the Foreign Minister stating it would aid reconstruction and economic recovery. The policy shift follows a historic May meeting between Trump and Syria’s interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa – the first such high-level talks in 25 years
