In a dramatic shift of power in Syria, Ahmed Al-Sharaa, the leader of the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group, has declared himself president of the nation, simultaneously abolishing the country’s constitution. This move came after a meeting of armed factions in Damascus where Al-Sharaa was empowered to lead what is being described as a “transitional phase” for the war-torn nation.
According to the Syrian state news agency SANA, Al-Sharaa will “assume the duties of the Presidency of the Syrian Arab Republic and represent it in international forums.” The decision was announced by commander Hassan Abdelghani, who further stated that Syria’s parliament has been dissolved and a temporary legislative council will be formed under Al-Sharaa’s authority until a new constitution is established. No timeline for this transition has been provided.
This power grab marks a significant departure from the previous administration of Bashar al-Assad, whose Baath Party and all related institutions have been dissolved by decree. Al-Sharaa’s actions are seen as an attempt to consolidate control and reshape the political landscape of Syria following Assad’s ousting in December by rebel forces led by Al-Sharaa.
This development in Syria could have wide-reaching implications for the region, potentially affecting ongoing conflicts, international relations, and the humanitarian situation within the country.
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