US removes Syria from ‘state sponsor of terrorism’ list
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The United States government officially removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism on Monday, ending a designation that had been in place for several decades. The decision also included the rescinding of the terrorist organization designation for Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), which was formerly led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the action is intended to encourage investment in Syria to support the country's political and economic stability. Meanwhile, reports from the region indicate that the shift coincides with public commemorations marking one year since the end of the Bashar al-Assad regime's governance in areas such as Hama.
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Al JazeeraFocuses on the removal of HTS from terrorist designation lists.
Channel NewsAsiaHighlights the US economic rationale for fostering investment and stability.
Free Malaysia TodayEmphasizes local public celebrations marking the end of the Assad regime.
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