Syria’s ongoing challenge: integrating armed factions

The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024 left hundreds of thousands of armed citizens in Syria, complicating the demilitarisation and reunification efforts. Disbanded regime forces initiated a status settlement process for former soldiers, leading to violence as some abstained and formed anti-government factions. The transitional government is rebuilding security forces, with the Ministry of Defence integrating opposition factions and the Ministry of Interior taking over domestic security. Despite challenges, progress has been made in stabilising the country, particularly in the coastal region, with ongoing support from neighbouring countries and a focus on establishing security and stability for Syria’s future.

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