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Are the sectarian tensions in Syria a threat to President al-Sharaa?

Dec 29, 2025
24 mins

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Episode Description

Renewed sectarian anger grips parts of Syria. Alawite protesters confront government supporters and masked men attack security forces. Alawites say they're being marginalised. How serious is this latest threat to President al-Sharaa's effort to unify the country?

In this episode: 

  • Fadel Abdulghany, Founder & Executive Director, Syrian Network for Human Rights.
  • Gamal Mansour, Specialist, Comparative Politics and International Relations.
  • Labib Nahhas, Director, Syrian Association for Citizens' Dignity. 

Host: Adrian Finighan

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