Trump Lifts Sanctions on Syria, Paving Way for Reconstruction

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that puts an end to U.S. sanctions on Syria. This major diplomatic move aims to reintegrate Syria into the global financial system, supporting the country's recovery following the devastating civil war. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt confirmed that sanctions on Assad and associates remain intact.

With the sanctions' termination, Syria's Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani expressed optimism about opening avenues for development. Shibani highlighted that the lifting of these economic barriers would aid Syria's re-engagement with the international community, fulfilling a significant policy shift announced by Trump at a meeting in Riyadh earlier this year.

While some U.S. officials are advocating for further action, Trump's administration continues to monitor Syria's progression on matters like normalizing Israeli ties and counter-terrorism efforts. Despite the complexity, hopes are high for enhanced humanitarian involvement and investment opportunities, deemed crucial for Syria's path to recovery.

(With inputs from agencies.)