Canada Revises Terrorist Listings in Line with Allies

The Canadian government has removed Syria and Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from its list of terrorist entities, aligning with decisions by the UK and the US. This move supports the Syrian transitional government's efforts to build a stable, inclusive future and collaborate with global partners against terrorism.

In an unexpected move, the Canadian government announced on Friday the removal of Syria from its list of foreign state supporters of terrorism. The decision also included the delisting of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, a group integral to the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad.

The changes align Canada with recent decisions by key allies, including the United Kingdom and the United States. According to a government statement, these actions acknowledge the efforts of the Syrian transitional government.

Canada highlighted the ongoing ambition of the transitional government to promote regional stability, ensure an inclusive future for Syrian citizens, and collaborate globally to combat terrorism.