US to Delist HTS: Implications for Syrian Stability and Diplomacy

Thu Jul 10 2025 08:35:28 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
US to Delist HTS: Implications for Syrian Stability and Diplomacy

The United States plans to retract the designation of Syria's HTS as a terrorist organization, reshaping diplomatic relations in the region.


The United States is on the brink of removing the designation of the Syrian Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) from its foreign terrorist organizations list, a development revealed in a state department memo. The group, instrumental in a December offensive that led to the overthrow of the long-time Assad regime, now sees its leader Ahmed al-Sharaa serving as the interim president of Syria. The US had previously recognized HTS, formerly al-Qaeda's Syrian affiliate until their split in 2016, as a significant threat.

This shift comes amidst a broader Western engagement with Syria, after years of stringent sanctions and a desire to facilitate the country's recovery and reintegration. Notably, in June, President Trump retracted sanctions against Syria, emphasizing the US commitment to peace and stability in the region, while also stressing the importance of the new government’s public policies concerning Israel and the handling of foreign terrorist elements.

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani welcomed the US's impending decision, projecting that it would accelerate economic recovery and foster international partnerships. This follows a significant diplomatic visit by UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, who secured a £94.5 million support package aimed at aiding long-term stability and assisting Syrian refugees, marking the first such high-level engagement in 14 years.

Despite these hopeful developments, apprehensions linger regarding al-Sharaa's administration and its past affiliations. With concerns over his radicalist history and the minimal representation of women in government roles, the path forward remains fraught. Civilian safety is another pressing issue, as recent months have seen violent incidents involving minority groups and other factions within the country. Al-Sharaa's promise for a new political landscape may be tested amid growing internal strife and the complexities of establishing a stable governance framework.

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