Syria hails US House vote to repeal Caesar Act as “pivotal moment”

Syria, on December 11, welcomed the U.S. House of Representatives’ vote in favour of repealing the “Caesar Act,” describing it as the result of constructive diplomatic efforts led by President Ahmad al-Sharaa and the Syrian government over recent months.

In an official statement posted on X, Syria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs called the vote a “pivotal moment” in Damascus’ diplomatic relations with the United States, noting that it creates an opportunity to rebuild trust and foster cooperation, Caliber.Az reports.

بيان صادر عن وزارة الخارجية والمغتربين في الجمهورية العربية السورية pic.twitter.com/rBYyssi68y

— وزارة الخارجية والمغتربين السورية (@syrianmofaex) December 11, 2025

The Ministry emphasised that this development lays the groundwork for broader economic recovery and the restoration of opportunities long denied to Syrians due to the sanctions.

The statement highlighted that the House vote marks an initial step toward tangible improvements in trade flows, access to essential goods and medical supplies, and conditions conducive to Syria’s reconstruction.

The Ministry reiterated its commitment to removing remaining restrictions in the interests of the Syrian people and expressed gratitude to all parties who supported the diplomatic process. It also expressed hope that the upcoming Senate vote will result in the complete lifting of sanctions, opening new avenues for U.S.-Syria cooperation.

The Senate, the upper chamber of the U.S. Congress, is scheduled to vote on the amendment next week.

The “Caesar Act” is a U.S. law imposing sanctions on the former Syrian regime under President Bashar al-Assad for war crimes against civilians. Signed by President Donald Trump in December 2019 and effective from June 17, 2020, the legislation also aimed to deter foreign investors from doing business with the Syrian government to avoid incentivising war crimes.

By Tamilla Hasanova