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U.S. Sanctions Relief on Syria Sparks Global Discussion

On May 16, 2025, US officials including Ambassador Tom Barrack held trilateral talks in Istanbul to discuss sanctions relief on Syria.
The discussions follow President Trump’s May 13 announcement to lift sanctions partly to stabilize Syria after rebels ousted Assad in December 2024.
Barrack, newly appointed US special envoy for Syria, emphasized that easing sanctions supports defeating ISIS and aids Syria’s humanitarian and economic recovery.
The Treasury Department issued General License 25 to authorize transactions previously barred, enabling new investment and trade to facilitate activity across all sectors.
This move aims to help Syria rebuild amid widespread poverty and unemployment, signaling US recognition of Turkey’s regional role and the need for lasting peace.

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