The Trump administration announced its support for repealing the Caesar Act sanctions on Syria, urging Congress to include this in the National Defense Authorization Act. A State Department spokesperson emphasized that lifting the sanctions would aid in defeating ISIS and help Syrians build a better future. This decision follows Trump’s May 2025 meeting with new Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, who aims to rebuild the country after years of civil war. The sanctions are viewed as a barrier to Syria’s recovery and economic stability.
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