U.S. to Lift Sanctions on Syria Following Change in Leadership

Tue Jul 01 2025 23:22:59 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
U.S. to Lift Sanctions on Syria Following Change in Leadership

President Trump announces the lifting of sanctions on Syria amidst efforts to stabilize the country after years of war.


Following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad, President Trump declares an end to sanctions on Syria, aiming to aid recovery and stability under new leadership.


President Trump announced on Tuesday that the United States will lift sanctions on Syria, providing essential support to a nation emerging from nearly 14 years of civil strife and enduring dictatorship. The announcement comes just before a scheduled meeting with Syria's newly elected president, Ahmed al-Shara, who successfully led a coalition of rebels to overthrow the Assad regime in December.

The declaration, delivered at a business forum in Riyadh, was met with enthusiasm, as attendees responded with cheers and a standing ovation. "There is a new government in place, and we hope for its success in stabilizing and maintaining peace in the region,” Trump stated.

The decision to lift the sanctions follows discussions with key figures in the region, including Turkey's president Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Saudi Arabia's crown prince Mohammed bin Salman, both of whom have supported efforts to oust Assad. As part of a broader strategic dialogue, the prince has also promised to increase economic investments in the U.S. significantly.

The shift in U.S. policy signals a critical moment for Syria, which has faced immense challenges during a decade-plus conflict that has devastated its economy and infrastructure. With a new leadership structure in place, the goal of fostering peace and stability in the Middle East may gain renewed momentum.

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