Syria off US terror blacklist after nearly 50 years as Trump admin clears investment hurdle

The United States has formally removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, a move that eliminates major barriers to investment and economic recovery. This decision follows a period of positive actions and commitments by the Syrian government under President Ahmed al-Sharaa to distance itself from international terrorism. The delisting is expected to help reintegrate Syria into the global economy and promote stability.

• The U.S. has formally removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism.
• Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) has also been delisted as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist (SDGT).
• These actions are intended to remove barriers to private-sector investment and promote Syria’s economic recovery.
• The Syrian government, under President Ahmed al-Sharaa, has taken steps to counterterrorism and distance itself from international terrorism.
• Syria had been on the State Sponsors of Terrorism list since 1979.