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State of the World from NPR
Syria Struggles to Find Unity
Apr 2, 2025
Syria's new government faces a challenging road to unify the nation. Local militias are being disbanded, but resistance persists. The Druze community, a well-armed religious group, expresses fear of sectarian violence from the new regime. They are determined to retain their weapons, reflecting deep-seated anxieties about the future. The struggle between the desire for a national army and the need for community security underscores the complexities in Syria's path forward.
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- The new Syrian government faces obstacles in forming a unified national army due to local militias like the armed Druze refusing integration.
- The Druze community remains armed and vigilant, relying on their resources to defend against perceived threats from both the government and extremist groups.
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Syria's Struggle for Unity Amid Sectarian Tensions
Syria faces significant challenges in establishing a unified national army following the ousting of dictator Bashar al-Assad. Local militias, particularly from the Druze religious minority, express deep distrust towards the new government and fear sectarian violence. This distrust is rooted in past experiences, such as the 2015 massacre of Druze by Sunni militants, further complicating efforts to integrate these militias into national security forces. As a result, the Druze community in Sueda remains armed and prepared to resist government forces, signaling a fragile state of security and unity within the country.
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