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Syria's Civil Society Faces Challenges in the Post-Assad Landscape

20 Ağustos 2026Al Jazeera

Syria's civil society is currently facing the challenge of redefining its role in a post-Assad era as the state begins to reassert its authority. This transition raises questions about whether civil society will be allowed to operate independently or if it will be subjected to state control.
The dynamics of partnership versus control will significantly influence the future of civic engagement in the country. As the political landscape evolves, the resilience and adaptability of civil society will be crucial.
Following years of civil war and the eventual reassertion of state power under Bashar al-Assad, Syria's civil society is at a crossroads. The regime's historical resistance to independent civic engagement complicates the current landscape, where activists and organizations must negotiate their roles amidst a backdro…
The struggle between partnership and control in Syria's civil society reflects broader tensions in post-conflict governance. As the Assad regime seeks to consolidate power, the ability of civil society to thrive independently will be tested.

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