A year after Bashar Assad fled, Syria struggles to heal
Summary
A year after the fall of Bashar Assad, Syria struggles with rebuilding, sectarian violence, and economic challenges, despite diplomatic gains by the new interim president.
Key Points
- Mohammad Marwan was released from the notorious Saydnaya prison a year ago and is recovering from physical and psychological trauma.
- Assad's regime fell after a swift rebel offensive that led to the capture of Damascus and Assad fleeing to Moscow.
- The new interim president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, has made diplomatic advances including a visit to Washington, but internal sectarian violence persists.
- Economic recovery remains slow with substantial reconstruction costs and ongoing security concerns affecting investment and refugee return.
