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Anas Khattab Announces Restructuring of Syria's Security Institution After Dissolving Branches

Dec 28, 2024, 09:21 PM

The newly appointed head of intelligence services in Syria, Anas Khattab, has announced a comprehensive restructuring of the country's security institution. This reform follows the dissolution of all existing security branches, which were accused of oppressing the population for over 50 years under the ousted regime of Bashar al-Assad. The restructuring aims to align the security agencies with their original purposes and to honor the history, struggle, and legacy of the Syrian people. Khattab's announcement comes after the fall of the Baath regime, with the new leadership committed to ensuring the safety and rights of Syrians. This follows the 13-year conflict that led to the ousting of Bashar al-Assad, who fled to Russia, and the rise of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, which played a key role in the regime's collapse.