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Trump moves to remove Syria from US list of state sponsors of terrorism

US President Donald Trump formally began the process of removing Syria from the US list of state sponsors of terrorism on Wednesday, notifying Congress. Trump told Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa the move would help rebuild the country.

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France 24 Americas1 h ago

US President Donald Trump formally began the process of removing Syria from the United States' list of state sponsors of terrorism on Wednesday. The White House said the decision had been notified to Congress.

In talks with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, Trump said the move would help rebuild the war-ravaged country. The decision marks a significant shift in Washington's policy toward Damascus.

Removal from the list could pave the way for easing economic sanctions and trade restrictions. Completing the process will depend on review by Congress and on the steps taken in the period ahead.

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