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US removes Syria from ‘statesponsor of terrorism’ list

Washington also rescinded designation of HTS, formerly led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, as a 'terrorist' organisation.

Al Jazeera24 Aug 2026, 10:32 pmUpdated 3h ago1 min readWorldWorld

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US removes Syria from ‘state sponsor of terrorism’ list

Washington also rescinded designation of HTS, formerly led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, as a 'terrorist' organisation.

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Source: Al Jazeera. Published 24 Aug 2026, 10:32 pm.

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