The Situation in Syria and Expectations for Governance

The current situation in Syria presents a complex mix of opportunity and risk, particularly with the presence of the terrorist group HTS. Discussions with regional partners, including Turkey and Jordan, center around establishing a government that is inclusive and non-sectarian, while also addressing crucial issues such as chemical weapons and the exclusion of extremist groups. There is cautious optimism about HTS’s stated intentions, but the focus remains on their tangible actions in governance. The goal is to facilitate a transition that allows the Syrian people to live without the grip of authoritarian rule or the influence of terrorist control.