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U.S. Celebrates Syria's Political Shift, Repeals Assad Sanctions

12/13/2025

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On December 9, 2025, the United States marked one year since the fall of Bashar al Assad.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Syria has turned a new page in its political transition and supports a peaceful Syria that respects minority rights.
Bipartisan leaders from the Senate Foreign Relations Committee praised the repeal of Assad-era sanctions in the annual defense bill, including the Caesar Act, and urged swift passage.

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On December 9, 2025, the United States marked one year since the fall of Bashar al Assad.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Syria has turned a new page in its political transition and supports a peaceful Syria that respects minority rights.
Bipartisan leaders from the Senate Foreign Relations Committee praised the repeal of Assad-era sanctions in the annual defense bill, including the Caesar Act, and urged swift passage.