Saturday, September 26, 2026English edition
EN FRTry Talia free
TheBinational

Country risk, from the local press

Syria · Country watch

US Lifts Syria Sanctions, Fuel Stations Shut

The US lifts Syria's terrorism designation, easing sanctions, while fuel stations in Tartus face temporary closure for violations.

· · 4 sources

The picture Improving

Business conditions in Syria are improving as the US lifts sanctions following Syria's removal from the terrorism list, enhancing trade and investment opportunities. Additionally, the reopening of air navigation systems at major airports improves logistics and safety, while temporary fuel station closures in Tartus highlight regulatory enforcement.

In this briefing Office of Foreign Assets Control · United States Department of the Treasury · Syria · Tartus · Directorate of Energy Services · Damascus International Airport · Aleppo International Airport · Israel

Regulation

  • finance
  • public-sector

US Treasury eases sanctions after Syria delisting

The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has amended its sanctions regulations following the removal of Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. The amendments align US regulations with the decision to delist Syria, which took effect on September 24, 2026. This move is expected to facilitate financial and trade operations with Syria, potentially boosting economic activities. The decision marks a significant shift in US-Syria relations, opening avenues for increased economic engagement.

Impact Exporters and financial institutions gain access to a broader range of transactions with Syria, enhancing trade and investment prospects.

Sources: Al-Watan الوطن ↗

Disruption

  • energy
  • logistics

Four fuel stations in Tartus closed for violations

Boats at Tartus boats harbor
Boats at Tartus boats harbor Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The Directorate of Energy Services in Tartus has temporarily closed four fuel stations for one week due to violations. These stations were found mishandling their reserve of petroleum derivatives and refusing to sell to citizens despite having supplies. The closures are part of a broader effort to ensure compliance with regulations and prevent black market activities in the energy sector. This action may affect fuel availability in the region, impacting transportation and logistics operations.

Impact Logistics companies and local transporters in Tartus face potential fuel shortages, affecting operational efficiency.

Sources: SANA سانا ↗

Internal tension

Nothing significant reported today.

Safety & health

  • logistics
  • telecom

Israel allows Syrian air navigation systems to operate

Damascus International Airport
Damascus International Airport Igor Bubin, GFDL 1.2 via Wikimedia Commons

Israel has ceased targeting air navigation systems at Damascus and Aleppo international airports, allowing them to operate normally. This development follows months of disruptions affecting nighttime flights. The restored functionality of these systems is expected to improve air travel safety and efficiency, facilitating smoother logistics and communication operations within Syria. The decision by Israel marks a de-escalation in regional tensions, potentially stabilizing air transport routes.

Impact Airlines and logistics firms benefit from improved operational safety and efficiency at Syrian airports, enhancing connectivity.

Sources: Enab Baladi English ↗

Companies

Nothing significant reported today.

Markets

Nothing significant reported today.

Trade

Nothing significant reported today.

Politics

Nothing significant reported today.

Also today in Syria

Sources in this briefing

Sources: each headline links to the original article on the publisher's site.

All Syria briefings →

The same day elsewhere