Following his announcement as Syria's new interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa outlined his intentions during a televised address, emphasizing the formation of a committee for a National Dialogue Conference. This initiative aims to gather diverse viewpoints to shape the future of Syria’s political framework, replacing the outdated structure from 2012. He also declared the formation of a single national army, dissolving existing militias and the army itself, although critics argue he lacks the authority to make such decisions without an elected leadership.
"We will announce in the coming days a committee charged with preparing the National Dialogue Conference, a direct platform for discussions, to listen to different points of view on our future political program."
"Syria's first priority is to fill the governmental vacuum in a legitimate and legal way."
"The interim president has neither the right nor the mandate to form a legislative council, as these steps could only be put forward by an elected administration."
"The dissolution of the Syrian army as well as armed factions involved in ousting Assad will lead to a unified national army, excluding only the SDF."
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