Governance

BBC - Dec 19th, 2024

Score 6.0

Syria's rebel leaders say they've broken with their jihadist past - can they be trusted?

Ahmed al-Sharaa, Syria's new leader, navigates tensions between liberal and hardline factions after a photo incident raises concerns over women's rights and governance under HTS. Balancing diverse societal expectations and hardliner demands, al-Sharaa's approach reflects an evolving strategy amidst scrutiny over the future of Syria's political landscape.