Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa
Syria's president: Respecting 1974 agreement is vital; new deals pose risks
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Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa said on Saturday that the country is “moving in the right direction,” insisting that all recent measures taken by the government serve the “public interest” and have helped shift Syria from “a source of crises to a model of stability.”
He declared that Syria is now experiencing “its best conditions.”
Addressing inherited conflicts and strengthening rule of law
Al-Sharaa said the previous system had “left us with many internal conflicts,” but noted that the current leadership had introduced steps to calm tensions.
Despite recent incidents, he said the government is holding those responsible to account after forming committees to investigate violations.
He emphasized that Syria is “a state of law, which protects the rights of all Syrians,” and said all religious and social groups are represented in the government without sectarian quotas. The country, he added, must build stable institutions to ensure a fair and sustainable political structure.
Regional issues and stance on ‘Israel’
On regional and international matters, Al-Sharaa said there is broad global support for Syria’s demand that ‘Israel’ withdraw from occupied Syrian territory. He described ‘Israel’ as “a state chasing ghosts and exporting crises.”
He stressed that Syria remains committed to the 1974 disengagement agreement, warning that pursuing alternative arrangements “would take us into dangerous territory.”
The president also said momentum is building toward lifting sanctions on Syria, adding that the country is moving toward “a rising economic environment” aimed at restoring stability.
Elections expected in four years; women’s participation emphasized
Al-Sharaa confirmed that Syria is not yet ready for nationwide elections, though transitional-phase votes have already taken place. He said the country will move to full elections in five years, of which one year has already passed, meaning four years remain in the timeline.
He also highlighted the government’s commitment to advancing women’s participation, saying Syrian women are “empowered, with their rights protected,” and that efforts are underway to increase their representation in government and parliament.
