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Impact LevelMedium
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Scope LevelNational
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Last Update2025-11-10
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Positive Impacts (6)
Event Overview
This event highlights a shift in U.S. foreign policy towards Syria, indicating a temporary relaxation of economic pressures. The decision reflects a nuanced approach to sanctions, balancing humanitarian concerns with geopolitical interests.
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U.S. Treasury Temporarily Suspends Some Syria Sanctions
The U.S. Treasury has announced a temporary suspension of sanctions under the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act (Caesar Act) against Syria, with exceptions for certain transactions involving Russia and Iran. The sanctions, which were imposed following the 2011 Syrian civil war and further tightened in 2019 with the Caesar Act, have been partially lifted for 180 days as of May 23, 2023.