U.S. and U.K. Lift Sanctions on Syria’s President After U.N. Suspension

Overview

• Washington and London ended designation-based and financial sanctions on President Ahmad al‑Sharaa on Friday, one day after the U.N. Security Council suspended its measures.
• The two governments also removed sanctions on Syria’s interior minister, Anas Khattab, according to official announcements.
• The European Union said it will adjust its stance to reflect the U.N. decision, though arms and other security‑related restrictions remain in place.
• The U.N. action addressed earlier measures that included travel bans and asset freezes, citing the absence of operational ties between HTS and Al Qaeda.
• The U.S. State Department also delisted Sharaa from a terrorism‑related roster, saying the step recognizes demonstrated progress and cooperation, and Sharaa is scheduled to meet President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday, November 10.