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aSyrians take to streets in several cities Thursday after US House of Representatives votes by majority to scrap Caesar Act and lift sanctions imposed on country for years, giving hope to revive Syrian economy and ease suffering.

Umayyad Square in Damascus sees large celebrations, with citizens raising Syrian flags and chanting in joy over the decision, according to Syrian TV.

In Homs, crowds gather in Clock Square chanting in celebration of lifting sanctions.

Festive marches move through streets and squares of Latakia and Hama in joy over the vote to cancel the Act.