UK Temporarily Lifts Sanctions on Syrian President Ahmed ash‑Sharaa
The Treasury removed ash‑Sharaa and Interior Minister Anas Khattab from its sanctions list for a transitional period without detailing the duration or the rationale.
Overview
- A British Treasury notification on November 7 states the two officials’ assets are no longer subject to freezing.
- The change reverses earlier UK restrictions linked to counterterrorism measures associated with Al‑Qaeda.
- The action is framed as a transitional period, and the notice provides no guidance on scope or next steps.
- RIA Novosti reported the development from London, quoting the Treasury’s official notice.
- The reporting includes no additional comment from UK or Syrian authorities beyond the notice.