Bangladesh, May 20 -- Sanctions are not merely a diplomatic tool; they are instruments of pressure that shape lives, economies, and political trajectories. For years, Syria has lived under the heavy weight of US-led sanctions. But now, a unique moment presents itself: an opportunity to recalibrate the international communitys stance, particularly the United States, in light of the rise of a new Syrian government under President Ahmad Al-Sharaa.

While lifting sanctions on Syria remains a controversial move, especially given Washingtons historical reluctance to ease punitive measures without extensive evaluation, there are compelling reasons to consider such a shift. These are rooted not only in geopolitical pragmatism but also in the pres...