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Syria's interim government to disband al-Assad's security agencies


Published on 2024-12-29 11:21:49 - MSN
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  • Syria's transitional government has vowed to dissolve and restructure all security agencies of the toppled dictator Bashar al-Assad's regime accused of mass killings and abuses. Al-Assad, who ruled Syria for more than two decades,

The article from MSN discusses the decision by Syria's Interim Government (SIG), which operates in opposition-controlled areas, to disband all security agencies established by President Bashar al-Assad's regime. This move is part of a broader effort to dismantle the structures of the Assad government in regions not under its control. The SIG, recognized by some opposition groups and supported by Turkey, aims to replace these agencies with new security forces that align with their vision of a post-Assad Syria. This action reflects ongoing tensions and the complex dynamics of governance in the conflict-ridden country, where multiple factions vie for control and legitimacy. The disbandment is intended to eliminate what the SIG describes as tools of oppression and to foster a new security framework that would support a democratic transition. However, the practical implementation of such a policy remains challenging amidst ongoing conflict and the presence of various armed groups.

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