In a significant policy shift, President Donald J. Trump has signed an executive order formally lifting most U.S. sanctions on Syria. This decision is seen as an attempt to bolster the new Syrian government and promote peace in the region. The White House has confirmed that Trump aims to ease restrictions that have been in place for decades, with an eye towards improving relations with Israel. As part of this initiative, Trump expressed intentions to terminate the sanctions program altogether, facilitating potential normalization and cooperation with Syria.