US announces major easing of Syria sanctions
US Treasury announced easing of sanctions against Syria (photo: Getty Images)
The United States has announced the easing of sanctions and export control measures against Syria, according to a document from the US Treasury Department.
The decision of the US Department is linked to the desire to support "a stable, unified, and peaceful Syria."
"The US Government continues to review Syria's State Sponsor of Terrorism (SST) designation," the publication states.
The US Treasury decided to lift most of the trade restrictions imposed under the Caesar Act. This is the general name for the sanctions against Syria introduced during the previous presidency of Donald Trump.
It is expected that the decision to ease the sanctions pressure will "encourage US private sector and foreign partner reengagement in Syria."
The sanctions have been suspended for a period of 180 days. However, restrictions on transactions with Russia and Iran will remain in effect. The transfer of civilian goods, as well as technology and software from the United States to Damascus, is permitted.
Sanctions against Syria
Today, November 10, Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa will meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House. This is the first time a Syrian leader has visited the United States.
The UN Security Council lifted sanctions on the Syrian leader, as they included a travel ban.
It is noted that in October 2025, the US Senate voted to lift sanctions imposed against Syria under the so-called Caesar Act.
Earlier, in June of this year, the US president signed an executive order ending the sanctions program against Syria to support the country's path toward stability and peace.
