Syria’s new constitution: Dashing hopes for progress

While many in Syria initially extended goodwill to Sharaa, hoping his actions would align with his rhetoric of inclusivity and tolerance, the interim constitution—arguably the most critical document in shaping the post-Assad transition—delivers a serious blow to that goodwill and the prospects for a stable and peaceful Syria.

Mohammed A. Salih

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PYD, ENKS discuss ‘shared Kurdish political vision’ in Syria

The meeting is part of efforts to unify the position of Kurdish parties in Syria and present a united front in talks with the new administration in Damascus.

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Kurdish administration in Syria slams Damascus’ Constitutional Declaration

The declaration sets Arabic as the official language of the state, and does not include any mentions of any other ethnicities or religions by name apart from Arab and Islam.

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President Barzani, SDF’s Abdi stress Kurdish unity in Syria

President Barzani has played a mediatory role between Kurdish forces in Syria to help establish a united front for talks with the new administration in Damascus to safeguard the Kurdish nation’s rights in the country.

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Sharaa, Abdi sign agreement; SDF to be officially integrated into Syrian state institutions

“The Kurdish community is an authentic community in the Syrian state and the Syrian state shall guarantee its rights of citizenship and all its constitutional rights,” reads a point from the agreement

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Kurdistan Region’s role in shaping the future of Syria

The Kurdistan Region has played a significant role in the Syrian crisis since its onset, particularly in Kurdish-majority areas. Its influence has evolved through three key stages: providing refuge to Syrian Kurds during the war, supporting Rojava militarily against ISIS, and now serving as a model for political stability and regional cooperation.

Abdulla Reshawi

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Trump and the Kurds

Erbil is the strongest ally the US has in the region. The threats that come from the region are an immediate and direct threat to America and the West. If the US is truly interested in stopping the forever wars, then supporting the Kurds is the best place to start

Paul Davis

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Syria's Sharaa says in talks to include SDF in state defense forces

Sharaa described Kurds as an "integral part" of Syria

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President Barzani welcomes HTS chief’s comments on Syria’s Kurds

He expressed hope the comments mark "the beginning of correcting the course of history"

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