Syria remains divided one year after Assad’s fall

Syria still deeply divided, a year since Assad’s fall

One year after the fall of Assad, Syria remains politically fragmented, with ongoing tensions highlighted by recent clashes in Aleppo that resulted in civilian casualties. The Turkish foreign minister criticized the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) for their lack of commitment to integrating with the Damascus administration. Violence continues in Kurdish-majority areas, reflecting deeper societal divisions. The situation remains precarious as negotiations stall amid persistent conflict.