Biden to leave decision on Syria sanctions to Trump
US officials say the Biden administration is expected to leave the decision on lifting sanctions against Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and its leader to the incoming Trump administration.
US officials say the Biden administration is expected to leave the decision on lifting sanctions against Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and its leader to the incoming Trump administration.
US issues six-month general license allowing specific transactions with the Syrian government, including certain energy sales and related activities, to facilitate the flow of humanitarian aid to the country.
Top US diplomat for the Middle East meets Syria's de facto leader Ahmed Al-Sharaa, tells him that Washington would no longer pursue a reward for his arrest.
Pentagon press secretary acknowledges the US has quietly more than doubled its troop presence in Syria to combat ISIS. Approximately 2,000 US forces are now stationed there.
Secretary of State confirms the US has engaged in direct communication with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, the Syrian rebel group now holding de-facto control of the country and which was designated a terrorist organization by Washington.
Secretary of State says US committed to recognizing and supporting a new Syrian government that rejects terrorism, eliminates chemical weapons stockpiles, and safeguards the rights of minorities and women.
Roger Carstens, US special envoy for hostage affairs, arrives in Beirut to intensify efforts to locate Tice, who disappeared in Syria in 2012.
After collapse of Assad regime, senior US official says the White House is focusing on the next steps in Syria, which include engaging with local groups, consulting regional leaders, and continuing efforts to combat ISIS.
FBI offering a reward of up to $1 million for information leading to the safe return of American journalist Austin Tice, who disappeared in Syria in 2012.
As Syrian rebels take over Damascus, National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan stresses the United States has no intention of intervening militarily in Syria’s civil war, but will continue taking necessary actions to prevent ISIS from capitalizing on the instability.
Russia says a coalition F/A-18 fighter-bomber came into "dangerous contact" with an An-30 aircraft of the Russian Aerospace Forces in the Homs region of Syria.
Syrian President reveals his country has held meetings "from time to time" with Washington, as it seeks openings after over a decade of isolation.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says US military struck training facility and safe house used by IRGC and Iran-affiliated groups in Syria.
Pentagon announces that President Biden ordered strikes on two facilities in Syria used by IRGC and groups supported by Tehran.
Bipartisan group of US lawmakers introduce bill intended to prevent recognition of Bashar Al-Assad and enhance ability to impose sanctions.
US Secretary of State says US is extensively engaged on the case Austin Tice, who disappeared in Syria in 2012.
Biden tells Pelosi that air strikes against Iran-linked targets in Syria were carried out to disrupt attacks against US and partners.
State Department says Syrian President's family worth $1-2 billion, despite US-led efforts to isolate Assad.
Secretary of State: There will be no efforts to normalize relations with Assad until there is progress in the political process.
White House spokeswoman says US air strikes in Syria are meant to send message that Biden will act to protect Americans.
US sanctions Syria’s central bank and several people and entities close to President Bashar Al-Assad.
Trump administration official confirms White House official spoke with Syrian government about two US citizens thought to be held there.
US President confirms plan was in the works to take out Syrian President but then-Defense Secretary was opposed.
New Pentagon report finds that ISIS has strengthened its abilities and has recovered from elimination of its leader.
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff says US troop levels in northern Syria will probably stabilize around 500.
Defense Secretary says US will send armored reinforcements against potential ISIS on oil fields in Syria.
US to beef up presence in northeastern Syria to protect oil fields from being retaken by ISIS.
Republican Senator says US military leaders preparing a plan that could keep ISIS fighters from regaining a foothold in Syria.
Senate Majority Leader, other top Republican senators, warn Trump's withdrawal from Syria benefits Assad, ISIS, Russia and Iran.
South Carolina Senator: I am increasingly optimistic that we can have some historic solutions in Syria.
US Defense Secretary says troops withdrawing from northern Syria are expected to move to western Iraq to continue fight against ISIS.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar: Think about our other allies, Israel. How do they feel right now?
Pentagon announces Trump has ordered the withdrawal of up to 1,000 troops from northern Syria.
US Senator urges Trump to reverse his decision to withdraw troops from Syria after Turkey launches operation against Kurds.
State Department official: US will take penalizing action against Turkey if it engages in “inhumane and disproportionate” moves in Syria.
Trump defends decision to pull troops from northern Syria, but stresses US is not abandoning the local Kurds.
South Carolina Senator warns against Trump’s sudden decision to pull back US troops from northern Syria.
Senator Mitch McConnell says pulling US forces out of Syria "would only benefit Russia, Iran, and the Assad regime."
State Department says there are signs that Syrian government may be using chemical weapons, warns of response.
Nearly 400 members of Congress sign letter calling on Trump to safeguard Israel’s interests with Syria’s civil war coming to an end.
US President says 400 troops will remain in Syria, including 200 near border with Israel, but says his strategy is unchanged.
White House says US will leave some 200 American troops in Syria for a period of time after pullout.
Syrian President warns country’s Kurds that the US would not protect them against any Turkish offensive.
Putin, Erdogan and Rouhani say US withdrawal from Syria is a positive step that would help stabilize the situation.
Head of US military’s Central Command says start of withdrawal of ground troops from Syria is likely just weeks away.
Officials tell the Wall Street Journal the US military is preparing to pull all American forces out of Syria by the end of April.
Brett McGurk, former US special envoy for anti-ISIS coalition, says Trump has "no plan" for what comes after forces withdraw from Syria.
US President warns Turkey against harming Kurds after US pullout from Syria.
US Secretary of State says withdrawal from Syria won't alter US military capacity to combat ISIS or Iran.
US defense officials clarify earlier statement, say military has begun moving non-essential gear out of Syria, not withdrawing troops yet.
During visit to Jordan, Secretary of State says withdrawal from Syria will not jeopardize efforts to pressure Iran and fight ISIS.
Turkish President says his country is best partner to work with US on withdrawal from Syria, reaffirms commitment to defeating ISIS.
Trump has effectively reversed his earlier statement about the immediate withdrawal of US troops from Syria.
US National Security Adviser arrives in Israel, warns Syria there's no change in US position against the use of chemical weapons.
State Department official says there's no timeline for the withdrawal of American troops from Syria as Pompeo visit to the region announced.
Incidents in both northern and eastern Syria make it clear that Russian-Iranian-Assad coalition is using chaos to conquer more territory.
Administration officials say Trump agreed to spread the withdrawal of the military from Syria over four months instead of 30 days.
South Carolina Senator meets Trump, shares concerns over Syria withdrawal plan
US national security adviser to visit Turkey and Israel in January to coordinate on Syria.
US President says Israel knows how to defend itself very well and so it will be fine even after the US withdrawal from Syria.