US removes Syria from terrorism sponsor list, lifting major investment obstacle

On 24 August 2026, the United States formally removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, ending a designation that had lasted 47 years. Reuters described the step as lifting a major obstacle to investment, and Norway's NRK reported that it eases sanctions.

TASS attributed the revocation to the Treasury Department. Asahi Shimbun reported that the designation was lifted as relations between Washington and Damascus improve.