Emerging from the Shadows: Syria’s Struggle Against Lingering Authoritarianism in a Post-Dictatorial Era

In 2025, the former rebel factions that have taken charge in Syria are announcing a significant shift in governance, vowing to dismantle a culture of fear. They are implementing comprehensive reforms in security and prison frameworks and plan to conduct elections. However, lingering apprehensions about sectarian divisions and the need for inclusivity persist among the population.