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Trump Repeals Syria Sanctions to Boost Economic Recovery

12/22/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump repealed the final batch of Syria sanctions under the Caesar Act.
The repeal aims to attract foreign investment and rebuild Syria's economy after Assad's fall.
Inflation, unemployment, and infrastructure damage persist despite the repeal.
The sanctions date back to the 1970s and were intensified during the civil war.
The Trump administration has shown support for President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who led the effort to oust Assad.

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U.S. President Donald Trump repealed the final batch of Syria sanctions under the Caesar Act.
The repeal aims to attract foreign investment and rebuild Syria's economy after Assad's fall.
Inflation, unemployment, and infrastructure damage persist despite the repeal.
The sanctions date back to the 1970s and were intensified during the civil war.
The Trump administration has shown support for President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who led the effort to oust Assad.