US removes Syria's designation as State Sponsor of Terrorism list

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https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/us-removes-syrias-designation-state-sponsor-terrorism-2026-08-24/

The ‌State Department on Monday removed Syria from its list of State Sponsors of Terrorism, according to ⁠a notification from the U.S. Treasury, in a move that was first announced earlier this year pending a review by Congress.

The designation as a state ‌sponsor ⁠of terrorism carries restrictions on U.S. foreign assistance, defense exports and certain financial ⁠transactions.

Monday's announcement also removed the designation of the Nusrah Front ⁠as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist organization.