State of the World from NPR Syria, Six Months After a Dictator Departed
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Jul 10, 2025 Discover the evolving landscape of Syria as citizens navigate life after the dictator's fall. The podcast highlights the government’s symbolic gestures that are both celebrated and scrutinized. Amidst a mix of hope and anxiety, people express their dreams for a brighter future while grappling with the shadows of the past. The narrative unfolds the complexities of transitioning to a new era, blending optimism with cautious pragmatism.
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Celebrating New Leadership
- People in a Damascus square celebrate new Syrian leadership with fireworks and fanfare.
- A 21-year-old engineering student cheers the leader who liberated Syria.
Division in Syrian Hope and Fear
- The new government divides Syrians between hope and fear.
- Those oppressed by the old regime feel hope, while regime supporters fear loss of power.
Judicial Institute Graduates Dissolved
- Young women who were close to becoming judges see their judicial careers canceled.
- Their class was dissolved as a remnant of the old regime, destroying their prospects.