US moves to delist Syria as a ‘state sponsor of terrorism’
Summary
The United States announced it will remove Syria from its list of “state sponsors of terrorism,” a move meant to encourage investment and rebuilding after years of conflict. This decision comes as President Trump met with Syria’s new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, and follows assurances that Syria will not support terrorism in the future.Key Facts
- The U.S. will remove Syria from the “state sponsor of terrorism” list in 45 days unless Congress blocks it.
- Syria has been on this list since 1979, limiting foreign investment and trade.
- President Trump met with Ahmed al-Sharaa, who took leadership after the fall of the al-Assad family in 2024.
- The removal aims to help Syria rebuild after years of war and instability.
- Syria promised the U.S. it will not support international terrorism going forward.
- Israel opposes the move and has previously conducted air strikes in Syria.
- After Syria’s removal, only Iran, North Korea, and Cuba will remain on the U.S. terrorism list.
- The decision follows Syria’s links to Iran and Hezbollah, groups considered terrorist organizations by the U.S.
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