US and UN Consider Lifting Terror Designation for Syrian Rebel Group HTS

The UN may consider removing the Syrian rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) from its terrorist list if it forms an inclusive transitional government, according to UN special envoy Geir Pedersen. He emphasized the need for a cohesive Syria and urged Israel to stop its attacks in the region. Pedersen highlighted the importance of inclusive governance in Damascus to prevent further conflict and mentioned that international support could be increased if progress is made. The situation remains fluid, with various factions and countries having vested interests in Syria's future.