The US has removed Syria from its 'State Sponsors of Terrorism' list, leaving three countries designated: Cuba, Iran and North Korea, according to Al Jazeera.
Key facts
- Syria has been removed from the US 'State Sponsors of Terrorism' list, according to Al Jazeera.
- Three nations remain on the list: Cuba, Iran and North Korea.
- The development was reported by Al Jazeera on 26 August 2026.
The United States has removed Syria from its ‘State Sponsors of Terrorism’ list, according to Al Jazeera. The move leaves three designated nations: Cuba, Iran and North Korea.
Al Jazeera published the report on 26 August 2026. Further details of the reasons for Syria’s removal and the timing of the decision were not set out in the material available.
The remaining three countries on the list continue to hold the designation, Al Jazeera reported.
Why it matters
The 'State Sponsors of Terrorism' designation is a US label applied to governments it accuses of supporting terrorism. Syria's removal narrows the list to three countries, according to Al Jazeera.
Frequently asked questions
Which countries remain on the US 'State Sponsors of Terrorism' list?
According to Al Jazeera, three nations remain on the list: Cuba, Iran and North Korea.
What changed for Syria?
Syria has been removed from the US 'State Sponsors of Terrorism' blacklist, according to Al Jazeera.