Syria’s Interim Government Faces Challenges of Legitimacy and Sectarian Violence

Ahmad al-Chareh’s transitional government is cautiously welcomed by global powers but criticized for centralizing power and lacking inclusivity.

Interim President Ahmad al-Chareh announced a 23-member transitional government dominated by loyalists, with limited roles for minority representatives.
The U.S. praised the government formation as a 'positive step' but maintained sanctions pending progress on counterterrorism and minority protections.
The EU expressed readiness to cooperate with the new government to address Syria's reconstruction and governance challenges.
Kurdish factions in northern Syria have contested the legitimacy of the new government, citing insufficient inclusivity and representation.
Investigations into recent sectarian massacres targeting Alawites are ongoing, with al-Chareh pledging accountability and justice for victims.