U.S. Senators Propose Amendment to Suspend Caesar Act Sanctions on Syria

Welat TV – Erbil

A Syrian human rights source reported that two U.S. senators—one Republican and one Democrat—have introduced an amendment to suspend sanctions imposed on Syria under the Caesar Act. While the measure has not yet been put to a vote, its prospects appear strong given support from the Trump administration and a large Republican bloc.

According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, the proposed suspension would be conditional on specific commitments from the Syrian government, including:

Officially joining the Global Coalition against ISIS.

Committing to combat ISIS and other terrorist groups.

Protecting religious and ethnic minorities and ensuring their political participation.

Maintaining peaceful relations with regional states, including Israel.

Halting financial and logistical support to designated terrorist groups and individuals.

Releasing political prisoners.

Cooperating with international investigative bodies on crimes and violations since 2011.

Under the proposal, the U.S. president would be required to submit a report to Congress every 120 days on Syria’s compliance with these conditions. If verified, sanctions would be automatically suspended but remain legally in force.

This marks the first attempt to open the door for a conditional and renewable lifting of sanctions on Syria—potentially paving the way for economic recovery and foreign investment if Damascus meets the requirements.

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