The U.S. Treasury has issued a general license, valid for six months, to allow certain transactions with Syria's transitional government, following the ousting of Bashar Assad by Islamist insurgents last month. This move permits specific activities, including energy sales and incidental transactions, but does not lift sanctions on the war-torn nation.
The issuance of the general license reflects America's commitment to ensuring that sanctions do not hinder efforts to meet basic human needs, such as providing public services and humanitarian assistance. Treasury Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo affirmed the agency's support for humanitarian aid and responsible governance in Syria.
