U.S. eases restrictions on Syria post-Assad regime
The U.S. says it has eased some restrictions on Syria’s government to allow for humanitarian aid.
The U.S. Treasury had issued a sanctions exemption for six months to “support the Syrian people as they build a more hopeful, secure, and peaceful future,’’ it said in a statement.
In December, Syria’s new de facto leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, led a surprise rebel advance that toppled Bashar al-Assad after more than two decades in power, prompting the former president to flee to Moscow.
Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Wally Adeyemo said the end of Mr al-Assad’s “brutal and repressive rule, backed by Russia and Iran,’’ provided a unique opportunity for Syria and its people to rebuild.
“During this period of transition, treasury will continue to support humanitarian assistance and responsible governance in Syria.
“The action did not remove any sanctions but will ensure they do not impede activities to meet basic human needs, including the provision of public services or humanitarian assistance,” the treasury said.
(dpa/NAN)
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