U.S. Eases Syria Sanctions Following Trump-Pledge for Reintegration

 

The Trump administration announced on Friday the issuance of orders that effectively lift certain sanctions on Syria, following President Donald Trump's recent pledge to support rebuilding efforts in the country after years of civil war. 

The U.S. Treasury Department issued a general license (GL25) authorizing transactions involving the interim Syrian government led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, as well as the central bank and state-owned enterprises. This move aims to facilitate new investment and private sector activity aligned with the administration’s "America First" strategy.

Additionally, Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a 180-day waiver under the Caesar Act, enabling humanitarian efforts and critical infrastructure services such as electricity, water, and sanitation, while ensuring sanctions do not obstruct these activities.

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The White House indicated that President Trump’s recent brief meeting with Sharaa in Riyadh included conditions for sanctions relief, notably that Syria must remove foreign militants, deport Palestinian terrorists, and help prevent ISIS resurgence. 

Most U.S. sanctions against Syria, imposed since 2011 over the civil war and related issues, remain in place but are now partially waived to promote diplomatic engagement, humanitarian aid, and economic activity. The move marks a significant shift in U.S. policy toward Syria, aiming to support reconstruction and stability efforts amid complex geopolitical considerations.