US Considers Removing Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from Terror List

Dec 8, 2024, 10:46 PM

The United States is reportedly considering the possibility of removing Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a militant group operating in Syria, from its list of designated terrorist organizations. According to multiple reports citing a senior U.S. official, this option is not being ruled out by the Biden administration. The potential move comes amid broader considerations of U.S. policy in Syria and the region, where HTS has played a significant role. The discussions reflect ongoing debates within the U.S. government regarding its approach to the Syrian conflict and related regional dynamics.