Syria Edges Closer to Post-Assad Era as Parliament Takes Shape. In a significant milestone for the war-torn country, a 210-member parliament has begun to take shape, signaling a major shift away from decades of authoritarian rule by the Assad family. The establishment of this new parliament marks a crucial step towards rebuilding Syria's shattered institutions and potentially paving the way for a more democratic future. However, the process is fraught with challenges, as various factions and interest groups vie for influence in the country's fragile power dynamics.


The new 210-member parliament takes shape, marking a historic shift after decades of Assad family rule.