Summary
The U.S. House of Representatives has approved a bill to end the Caesar Act sanctions on Syria. This decision is part of a larger defense spending package, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bill will now be considered by the Senate.
Key Facts
- The House of Representatives voted to end the Caesar Act sanctions on Syria.
- These sanctions were originally imposed due to war crimes during Bashar al-Assad's rule.
- The decision is part of the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
- The bill would allow the White House to reimpose sanctions if deemed necessary.
- The NDAA requires reports to confirm Syria fights Islamist fighters and protects minority rights.
- The Caesar Act was signed during President Trump's first term but needs Congress to repeal it.
- The U.N. has lifted sanctions on some Syrian officials.
