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New elections in Syria: hope or just a farce?
On October 5, 2025, the first parliamentary election will take place in Syria after the Assad rule ended. Critics warn of bogus democracy.
New elections in Syria: hope or just a farce?
On Sunday there is a historical event on the agenda in Syria: the first election since the end of the rule of Bashar al-Assad. A new parliament is chosen after almost 14 years of civil war, and expectations could not be more different. How NP Coburg reports, this election is an important step towards the political reorganization of the country, which is ruled by Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa. This was once at the top of the Islamist group Haiat Tahrir al-Scham (HTS), which contributed to the fall of the regime.
However, the choice is not made by a direct coordination of the population, but via a multi -stage procedure. Of around 6,500 election people, 1,578 candidates were selected, including 14% women. But the influence of the new parliament could remain limited, because a third of the MPs are determined directly by President Al-Sharaa, which raises concerns about real representation in parliament. Critics speak of a "fictory choice" that is more used to secure power of the new leadership than to contribute to a real democratic change, such as ORF point out.
Problems and conflicts in the run -up to the election
The preparation for election was anything but smooth. The appointment even had to be postponed twice, and in several areas, including the Drusian -dominated region of Suweida and parts of Raqqa and Hasaka, the choice for security reasons does not take place. These regions are affected by denominational conflicts and have experienced a tense situation between government troops and local fighters. Loud ND Current the population in these areas is concerned about their political future and the opportunity to hear themselves.
Another problem is that almost half of the Syrian population has been sold, which also complicates voter registration. In Syria, an estimated between 7 and 7.4 million people are affected by flight, while around 6.2 million live abroad. These displacements have massive effects on the political and social landscape of the country. The transitional government therefore faces great challenges when it comes to promoting political dialogue with minorities and restoring trust in the new order.
An ambiguous mood
Opinions for choice are split. While some citizens hope for real democracy, a large number of people express skepticism and criticizes the electoral system. The cancellation of the elections in the Kurdish and Drusian areas leaves many citizens, especially minorities, not only, but also increases the existing tensions and the desire for autonomy in these regions. A compromise on the future state architecture - whether centralist or federal - is still a controversial topic.
In view of these challenges, the question remains whether this election act can actually be a milestone for Syrian democracy or whether it has to be regarded as a further step towards legitimizing a questionable rule. The international focus is strongly aimed at the representative of the minorities and the question of future reforms in the country. However the choice goes out: the way to democratic stability is still long and full of uncertainties.