The United States delisted Syria as a state sponsor of terrorism on Monday, August 24. This decision rescinds a designation in place since 1979 that had imposed severe economic restrictions on Damascus.
The move provides major sanctions relief aimed at boosting post-war reconstruction and recovery after a brutal civil war. By lifting these economic sanctions, the decision opens the door to private investment and serves as a significant step in Syria's reintegration into the global economy.
Additionally, the US State Department removed the terror designation from HTS, the group led by al-Sharaa to topple Assad. Turkey has welcomed the decision to remove Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism.