Kazem Togan returned to Syria after 12 years and discovered he was listed as ‘wanted’ by the Assad regime, a status he embraced with pride. This reflects a significant cultural shift: many Syrians now openly inquire if they are on the regime's lists, previously a source of fear. The stigma of being ‘wanted’ has transformed into a badge of honor, symbolizing resistance against an oppressive regime that ruled through terror for over five decades. Togan's experience highlights how former fears are being reshaped into a symbol of valor in a post-Assad society.
Kazem Togan, a journalist and opposition supporter, expressed joy upon learning he was ‘wanted’ by the Assad regime, signaling a shift in public sentiment in Syria.
Under the Assad regime, the stigma of being on a wanted list signified terror; now, in a changing context, it represents pride for standing against oppression.
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