Summary
Removes penalties against Syria because of positive actions by its new government, helping to support peace and safety in the area.
What problem does this solve?
The U.S. had many penalties against Syria because of the old government's bad actions, which hurt the country and the region. This order removes those penalties to support the new, better government and help make Syria a peaceful and stable country.
Who does this affect?
- The new government of Syria
- Former officials of the Bashar al-Assad regime
- U.S. and international businesses
What does this order do?
Ends the national emergency concerning Syria
Terminates the national emergency that was the basis for sanctions against Syria since 2004. This action also cancels several past executive orders related to that emergency.
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Accountability for the former regime of Bashar al-Assad
Targets former Assad regime officials for past crimes
Expands a separate national emergency to allow sanctions against officials of the former Bashar al-Assad regime for human rights abuses, war crimes, and drug trafficking.
Waives sanctions from major laws
Allows for the suspension or waiver of sanctions required by the Caesar Act, the Syria Accountability Act, and the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control Act due to positive changes in Syria.
Reviews Syria's designation as a state sponsor of terrorism
Directs the Secretary of State to review Syria's status as a State Sponsor of Terrorism, which could lead to its removal from the list.
Reviews terrorist designations for the new Syrian leader
Orders a review of the terrorist designations for the group Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham and its leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, who is now the president of the new Syrian government.
What is the real world impact?
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Encourages regional stability and peace
By removing sanctions, the U.S. hopes to help Syria become a stable country that is not a safe haven for terrorists and can be a peaceful partner to its neighbors.
When does this start?
This order has several effective dates, with the main removal of sanctions beginning on July 1, 2025.
Revocation of national emergency and related sanctions
The national emergency declared in Executive Order 13338 and several related orders are revoked effective July 1, 2025.
Waiver of chemical and biological weapons sanctions
The waiver for sanctions under the CBW Act becomes effective 20 days after the Secretary of State sends the determination to Congress.
Report on Caesar Act suspension
If the Secretary of State suspends sanctions under the Caesar Act, a briefing must be provided to congressional committees within 30 days of that decision.