Syria's Assad regime falls, raising doubts about the path to democracy amid HTS militia's rise.

The fall of Syria's Assad regime marks a significant shift in the country's civil war, but the path to democracy remains uncertain. The victorious HTS militia seeks to govern the region but faces skepticism over its commitment to inclusivity and democratic principles. Despite promises of a new state based on freedom and equality, fears exist that a Sunni Islamist state may emerge instead. Western non-intervention early in the conflict has left Syria's future in the hands of complex sectarian and geopolitical forces, overshadowing initial hopes for democratic reform.

December 16, 2024
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