• Trump signs an executive order lifting sanctions on Syria, aiming to boost recovery and stability.
• Sanctions against former President Bashar al-Assad and other human rights abusers will remain in place.
• The move follows Trump's commitment made during his May visit to the Middle East.
• Officials believe easing sanctions will facilitate international investment and reconstruction efforts.
• Key conditions remain for the newly formed Syrian government to meet regarding counter-terrorism and regional stability.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on June 30, 2025, officially lifting U.S. sanctions on Syria. This decision is expected to assist in the country's recovery following the overthrow of former President Bashar al-Assad in December 2024, according to CBS News, AA, and Middle East Eye.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that while the sanctions on Syria will be lifted, those targeting Assad, his associates, and linked human rights violators will remain intact. This aims to support Syria's transition towards stability and peace, as emphasized by Trump during his earlier remarks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in May, as reported by Reuters, ABC News, and The Hill.

The executive order aims to facilitate Syria's integration into the global economy and supports investment pivotal for rebuilding efforts in the war-torn nation. Trump's administration justified the move by citing the establishment of a new governing body in Syria under Ahmad al-Sharaa, which has been pushing for relief from punitive measures while remaining conditional on specific political stability goals, according to India Times and Dawn.

Despite lifting many sanctions, the U.S. continues to emphasize the need for Syria's new leaders to meet certain conditions related to counter-terrorism and regional relations, especially regarding Israel. This approach is framed as part of larger efforts to stabilize the region following decades of conflict and isolation, according to Al Jazeera and TRT Global.

In line with the new sanctions policy, the United States Treasury announced the removal of over 500 Syrian entities from its sanctions list, indicating a significant shift in U.S. policy towards Syria. This move is also coupled with a broader intention to rebuild Syrian infrastructure and alleviate humanitarian needs, according to Middle East Eye and Dawn.