Riyadh, July 10, 2026, SPA – His Excellency Mr. Jassim Mohamed Al-Budaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), welcomed the announcement by the United States of America to initiate procedures to remove the sisterly Syrian Arab Republic from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. He expressed his hope that this step would contribute to supporting international and regional efforts aimed at enhancing security and stability in Syria. He also expressed hope that this step would serve as an incentive to strengthen international cooperation with Syria, supporting its efforts to regain its regional and international standing, and pushing towards achieving its security, development, and prosperity. His Excellency affirmed that the GCC reiterates its steadfast position in support of the unity of the Syrian Arab Republic, preserving its sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity, and rejecting any interference in its internal affairs, stressing the importance of continuing these efforts to ensure a prosperous future for the brotherly Syrian people. // End //10:17 AM 0037