Syria dissolves al-Assad-era terrorism court amid rising Kurdish tensions

Discontent is testing President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s ability to unify a nation emerging from 14 years of conflict. Since taking office, al‑Sharaa has overseen the signing of a cease‑fire agreement and the launch of a reconstruction program aimed at restoring basic services and infrastructure. International donors have pledged billions of dollars for humanitarian aid and development projects, while the government has promised to hold national elections within the next two years.

Nevertheless, widespread frustration over delayed reconstruction, high unemployment, and lingering sectarian tensions is mounting. Labor unions and civil‑society groups have staged demonstrations demanding faster delivery of public services and greater transparency in the allocation of aid. Political factions that were once allied against the war are now competing for influence in the post‑conflict power structure, complicating efforts to form an inclusive cabinet. As the president navigates these pressures, analysts note that his capacity to broker compromises and maintain a cohesive national agenda will be pivotal for the country’s long‑term stability.