Syria Adopts Transitional Constitution Following Assad's Fall

The new framework enshrines women's rights and freedom of expression but faces criticism over sectarian tensions and inclusivity concerns.

Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa signed a transitional constitutional declaration, aiming to guide the country through a five-year transition period after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.
The declaration guarantees women's rights, freedom of expression, and press freedom while emphasizing the separation of powers and the independence of the judiciary.
Criticism has emerged from the Kurdish administration, which claims the declaration does not adequately reflect Syria's diverse ethnic and religious communities, including Kurds, Syriacs, and Assyrians.
Recent sectarian violence, including mass killings of Alawite civilians, has raised concerns about the stability of the transitional government and its ability to prevent further conflict.
The UN has called for an independent investigation into the violence and urged an inclusive political transition to ensure accountability and long-term recovery for Syria.