19.12.2025 17:00
Comments from Turkey have come in response to the United States' preparation to lift the Caesar Act, which includes sanctions on Syria. AK Party spokesperson Ömer Çelik stated, "Every step taken for the unity and integrity of Syria is also a contribution to regional peace," while the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed their satisfaction with the U.S. decision.
The United States has taken action to repeal the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act, which was enacted in 2019 and includes sanctions against Syria. While the Senate approved it, comments from Turkey regarding the U.S. decision have emerged.
AK PARTY SPOKESPERSON: THE U.S. REPEALING THE CAESAR ACT IS A POSITIVE DEVELOPMENT
AK Party Spokesperson Ömer Çelik stated in a social media post that the repeal of the Caesar Act is a positive development. Çelik said: "The unity, integrity, and stability of our brother Syria is very important for our country and our region."
Our President has shown a strong will that we will always stand by brother Syria in its walk towards the future. The U.S. decision to lift the sanctions under the Caesar Act against Syria is a positive development. Every step taken for the unity and integrity of Syria is also a contribution to regional peace."
FOREIGN MINISTRY: WE WELCOME IT
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Öncü Keçeli stated, "We welcome the U.S. decision to lift the sanctions under the Caesar Act against Syria." He expressed that they hope this step will further promote international cooperation for the reconstruction and development of Syria, contributing to the strengthening of stability, security, and prosperity in the country.
CAESAR ACT HAS BEEN REPEALED
The U.S. Senate approved a $901 billion defense budget for 2026.
One of the most notable elements of the 2026 U.S. defense budget was the repeal of the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act, which imposed sanctions on Syria and was enacted in 2019.
Following the amendment added to this year's text, the bill approved by the U.S. Senate officially lifted the Syria sanctions when Trump signed the massive $901 billion defense budget during a closed ceremony at the White House.
With the repeal of the law, foreign investments and aid are expected to return to the country in the context of supporting the new administration led by President Ahmed Shara, established in March 2025 in Syria.