Overview

• The 23-member transitional government was sworn in on March 29, 2025, marking a significant milestone four months after Bashar al-Assad's removal.
• The cabinet includes representatives from Syria's Alawite, Christian, Druze, and Kurdish minorities, but key positions remain controlled by al-Sharaa's close allies.
• A temporary constitution signed earlier this month grants al-Sharaa significant executive authority, eliminating the role of prime minister and centralizing power.
• International pressure for inclusivity has grown following sectarian violence earlier in March that killed hundreds of Alawite civilians, intensifying scrutiny of the new government.
• The Kurdish-led administration in northeastern Syria has rejected the government's legitimacy, citing a lack of representation, complicating efforts to unify the country.