Changes in US Sanctions: Syria No Longer a State Sponsor of Terrorism

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The United States Department of the Treasury has made a significant update. Syria is no longer on the list of State Sponsors of Terrorism.

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) announced this change. A rule removing Syria from the list is now effective as of September 25, 2026.

In 1979, Syria was labeled as a State Sponsor of Terrorism. This happened because of Syria’s actions at that time.

But in July 2026, President certified that Syria had not supported terrorism for the past six months. Syria also promised not to support terrorism in the future.

As a result, the Secretary of State decided to take Syria off the list. This decision became official on August 31, 2026.

Because of this change, a special license related to Syria is no longer necessary. This license is now removed.

This update is part of the Terrorism List Governments Sanctions Regulations. These regulations help the government control sanctions related to terrorism.

The rules about crime and penalties that connect to these regulations are clearly stated. Breaking these rules on purpose can lead to serious penalties.

This move is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to regulate and deregulate effectively.

For more information, visit the OFAC website. Persons in need of assistance can contact OFAC’s Regulatory Affairs.

These changes show efforts to improve international relationships while maintaining the importance of national security.

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