US Removes Syria from Terrorism Sponsorship List After 47 Years, Three Countries Remain Listed

Kathmandu, September 25 – The United States government has officially removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism after 47 years. This decision effectively frees Syria from the designation. The US administration stated that the primary goal of removing Syria from the list is to create a favorable environment for foreign investment and to reintegrate Syria into the global economic system.

Currently, only three countries remain on the US list of state sponsors of terrorism: Iran, North Korea, and Cuba. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio responded to Syria’s removal by highlighting that this development creates opportunities for economic growth in the country.

Furthermore, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed a firm commitment to support increased US investment in Syria. He commented, “This move will boost investment in Syria, strengthening political and economic stability there.” Recently, the US presidential administration has also been expanding relations with Syria’s new president, Ahmad Al-Shara.

Previously, Al-Shara was regarded as a leader of an extremist organization in Syria, and the US had placed a bounty on him. Two years ago, Russian-backed Bashar Al-Assad’s regime fell following nationwide rebellion and violence, leading to his flight from the country. The new government formed since then maintains close ties with the US and Western nations.