{"id":125653,"date":"2025-05-14T09:35:07","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T09:35:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/npasyria.com\/en\/?p=125653"},"modified":"2025-05-14T09:35:10","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T09:35:10","slug":"senator-graham-says-conditional-sanctions-relief-for-syria-possible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/npasyria.com\/en\/125653\/","title":{"rendered":"Senator Graham says conditional sanctions relief for Syria possible"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>QAMISHLI, Syria (North Press) \u2013<\/strong> U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham announced on Tuesday during a visit to Turkey this week that he is open to supporting sanctions relief for Syria\u2014under strict conditions and in close coordination with key regional allies, particularly Israel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Graham emphasized that his trip\u2019s primary purpose was to assess the evolving situation in Syria firsthand. While expressing cautious optimism, he underscored that any shift in U.S. policy must be grounded in clear evidence of change on the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cI am very inclined to support sanctions relief for Syria under the right conditions,\u201d he <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lgraham.senate.gov\/public\/index.cfm\/2025\/5\/graham-arrives-in-turkey\">stated<\/a>. \u201cHowever, we must remember that the current leadership in Syria achieved its position through force of arms, not through the will of its people.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The senator acknowledged that the Trump administration had conveyed specific requirements to Syrian officials regarding the steps needed to qualify for sanctions relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He reaffirmed Congress\u2019s central role in this process, recalling his own support for the sanctions provisions embedded in the 2020 National Defense Authorization Act.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Graham also pointed to Syria\u2019s designation as a state sponsor of terrorism under U.S. law as a significant barrier to normalization. \u201cFor that designation to be lifted, the administration must submit a report to Congress explaining how circumstances have changed,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThat report has not been received, and Congress reserves the right to review and respond accordingly.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Highlighting the broader strategic implications, Graham noted, \u201cThe designation carries tremendous ramifications apart from the sanctions themselves. Congress must be fully informed about any shifts in Syrian compliance before making an informed decision.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He also detailed ongoing consultations with regional allies. \u201cI have been in close contact with Israel, which remains deeply concerned about developments in Syria. I\u2019ll be discussing this issue further with our allies in Turkey and maintaining close coordination with Israel to fully assess the implications of potential sanctions waivers.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Graham emphasized that any attempt to lift sanctions passed by Congress must be pursued in concert with U.S. allies, particularly Israel, to address long-standing security concerns. \u201cOver the past decades, Syrian territory has been used as a platform to launch attacks against Israel,\u201d he warned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking ahead, Graham expressed cautious hope regarding the political developments in Syria. \u201cThis newly formed government may offer a pathway to unifying the country and promoting regional stability. But a stable Syria would be a game changer only if its progress is credible and carefully evaluated.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>By Jwan Shekaki<\/strong><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>QAMISHLI, Syria (North Press) \u2013 U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham announced on Tuesday during a visit to Turkey this week that he is open to supporting sanctions relief for Syria\u2014under strict conditions and in close coordination with key regional allies, particularly Israel. 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