Chief diplomat: EU agrees to reduce sanctions on Syria after Assad’s downfall  

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**EU Eases Sanctions on Syria**

The European Union has agreed to ease sanctions on Syria. This decision was made by EU foreign ministers on January 27. The move comes after the Syrian regime, led by dictator Bashar al-Assad, collapsed.

**Syria’s New Leadership**

Syrian took control of on 8, ending Assad’s rule after 24 years. As result, there is growing in Europe for working with Syria’s new leaders.

**Sanctions to Be Lifted**

The EU may lift sanctions related to and . However, restrictions on financial transactions are still being discussed. This decision shows that the EU wants to cooperate more with Syria’s new leadership.

**Syria Tries to Diversify**

Syria has taken steps to distance itself from . The port of recently ended a 49-year deal with a construction company. Ukraine is also engaging with Syria, and their foreign ministers have met to discuss common issues.

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