Hidden tensions between Damascus and Swaida
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The article discusses the secret negotiations taking place between the Syrian government and Sheikh Hakim al-Hajri in the Suwayda province, aimed at integrating the National Guard into the Syrian Ministry of Defense. These efforts seek to reconnect the province with the Syrian state without causing negative repercussions for the local population. The negotiations have been ongoing for months, focusing on prisoners and detainees, resulting in progress such as the release of 61 detainees and 25 prisoners. However, a current obstacle lies in the dominance of the National Guard, which is a product of a long-standing conflict and comprises formations and leaders with internal and external connections. Sheikh al-Hajri's decision to engage in negotiations marks a significant shift in his political stance, as he previously refused to see the country return to its former state. Now, he is participating in discussions that include internal divisions: some factions call for a quick agreement, others advocate for caution, and some propose forming new relations with Damascus under different conditions. Additionally, regional and American actors are playing a role in supporting these negotiations.
تنويه: هذا ملخص تم إنشاؤه بواسطة الذكاء الاصطناعي
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