These sanctions target individuals and entities involved in obstructing a political solution to the conflict in Syria, committing human rights abuses, or supporting the Assad regime. The measures include asset freezes and prohibitions on transactions to pressure the Syrian government and other actors to engage in peace negotiations and respect human rights.
Other names | EO 13894 OF 2019 |
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Program website | ofac.treasury.gov |
Target countries | Syrian Arab Republic |
Issuing authority | Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC); United States Treasury |
Issuing country | United States of America |
The primary United States' sanctions list, specially designated nationals (SDN) part.
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