State Department on Syria: Sanctions Relief, Constitutional Declaration, and Support for the People

US Stance on Syria

• 🇺🇸 The State Department spokesperson reaffirms the administration's continued support for the people of Syria.
• 🌍 The briefing emphasizes that global events, even those not in constant headlines, affect everyone and are important to monitor.

Sanctions and Stabilization Efforts

• 🚫 The sanctions dynamic for Syria has not changed, with no current plans for alteration.
• ⚖️ However, General License 24 has been authorized, permitting transactions aimed at stabilizing Syria, indicating it's not a complete block.

Syrian Constitutional Declaration

• 🧐 The State Department is monitoring developments regarding the new Syrian constitution drafted by the interim authority.
• ⚠️ Concerns have been noted about the consolidation of power by al-Shar and the potential lack of rights for minority groups like Kurds and Jews.
• 🤝 The US continues to advocate for an inclusive, civilian-led government that ensures national institutions are effective, responsive, legitimate, and representative.
• ⚖️ The interim authority's actions will be observed to see if they guarantee equal rights and preserve individual freedoms for all Syrians.