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Deproscription of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham
22 October 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The Home Office announces the decision to deproscribe Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) under the Terrorism Act 2000.
Action Requested
The Government has decided to remove HTS from the proscribed list, effective immediately, reflecting changes in Syria's government and security dynamics. This decision aligns with the UK’s national interest and foreign policy objectives, including counterterrorism efforts against Daesh.
Key Facts
- HTS was first proscribed in 2017.
- Ahmed Al Sharaa led forces that toppled Assad’s regime in December 2024.
- The deproscription decision follows a thorough assessment by the cross-government Proscription Review Group.
- HTS will no longer be subject to offences under the Terrorism Act, including membership and support.
- 83 organisations remain proscribed in the UK after this change.
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