The United States Will Fully Lift Sanctions on Syria!!
On May 14, 2025, U.S. President Trump announced at the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, that the U.S. will fully lift all sanctions against Syria. This decision marks a significant shift in U.S. policy towards Syria, aimed at supporting Syria's return to the international community and promoting its post-war reconstruction.
Key Information
Background of Decision
Trump made the decision after discussions with Saudi Crown Prince and Turkish President Erdogan, both of whom support lifting the sanctions.
U.S. Secretary of State Rubio will meet with Syria's foreign affairs department head, Shabani, this week to further promote normalization of relations.
Syria's Response
Syria's foreign affairs department head Shabani welcomed the announcement, calling it a "turning point in reconstruction efforts," and expressed willingness to establish a relationship with the U.S. based on "mutual respect and common interests."
Syria's news agency reported that lifting the sanctions will help alleviate the economic crisis and accelerate post-war recovery.
International Reaction
The spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General welcomed the announcement.
Russia had previously criticized the sanctions as "harmful to the Syrian people" and called for their unconditional lifting.
Follow-Up Actions
Trump plans to meet with Syria's new leader, Shala, in Saudi Arabia on May 14.
The U.S. needs to go through legal procedures to revoke Syria's designation as a "state sponsor of terrorism" and to waive related legislative sanctions.
Impact Analysis
Economic Aspect: Syria will re-enter the global energy and financial systems, potentially attracting international reconstruction investment.
Geopolitical: This move may ease U.S.-Syria relations, but the new Syrian government's connections to extremist groups (such as HTS) remain a point of contention.
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