Foreign Interference in Syria Has Decreased But Not Ceased

Continuing the Syria panel at the Tehran Dialogue Forum (2025) Tareq Al-Ahmad Head of the Foreign Section of the Syrian Social Nationalist Partys Political Bureau analyzed the countrys complex situation.

Continuing the Syria panel at the Tehran Dialogue Forum (2025), Tareq Al-Ahmad, Head of the Foreign Section of the Syrian Social Nationalist Party's Political Bureau, analyzed the country's complex situation.

Referring to Syria's ten-thousand-year history and its ethnic and religious diversity, he said, "The issue in Syria is complex, and our main priority must be the effort to unify society."

Al-Ahmad then addressed the role of external factors, adding, "Although foreign interference, especially from countries like Turkey, has decreased compared to the past, it has not yet reached zero. Nevertheless, Syria is reviving itself in terms of its economy and foreign relations."

He described the current situation as "sensitive and fragile" and concluded by noting, "There are many expectations of the Syrian government. The recent lifting of sanctions on Syria by the Trump administration was a very important development and breakthrough for us at this juncture of the Syrian revolution."

Tareq Al-Ahmad said, "I think Syria is currently in a dangerous geopolitical phase. There are 50 books about the battle in Syria, and it is said that whoever rules Syria, in a way, rules the world and the region."

The Head of the Foreign Section of the Syrian Social Nationalist Party's Political Bureau added, "There is a proverb that says if you board the wrong train, get off at any station where you realize your mistake and take the right path. I agree with this proverb."

He said, "In my opinion, Syria must be strong. But how can this be achieved? I must say that the problem currently existing in Syria is the presence of different ethnicities and religions."

Explaining his party's structure, Tareq Al-Ahmad said, "Although the leadership of our party is Sunni, it has members from all ethnicities and religions, including Christians."

He immediately added this point: "However, this does not mean we seek to satisfy everyone. Trying to satisfy all ethnic groups is a great mistake, and the Syrian crisis will never be resolved with such an approach."

He continued, "An earthquake has occurred in Syria, and no one is seeking a political solution. The biggest winners in Syria are its biggest losers. The Israelis used to bomb Syria under the pretext of Iran's presence and assistance, and now they use Turkey as a pretext."

Referring to Syria's external challenges, Tareq Al-Ahmad said, "We still witness the occupation of our land by the Israelis. However, Syria today is not moving towards civil war but is on a path of engagement with neighboring countries."

He described the internal situation as complex, adding, "Despite positive developments like the lifting of sanctions by Trump's decision, there is still no specific and effective formula for the complete resolution of the Syrian crisis."

In conclusion, he identified the solution in national unity, emphasizing, "Just as the Alawites, Sunnis, and Druze each have a single voice within themselves, we too must achieve a single national voice from all religions so that Syria is no longer subjected to the games of other countries."