The United
States took Syria off its state sponsors of terrorism list on August 24, ending
a 47-year designation and easing barriers to investment for post-war recovery.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio pointed to Syria's efforts against terrorism, like joining the coalition against ISIS, and also delisted the former al-Qaeda-linked Nusrah Front.
President Ahmed al-Sharaa called it historic, thanking President Trump, while Putin reaffirmed Russia's support in a follow-up call, and nations like Saudi Arabia welcomed the step toward stability.