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To Get the Syrian Constitution Right, We Must Focus on Democracy

Our Syrian Constitution should be based upon the future of Syria, not our past. It should propel us forward to a democratic Syria — one based on pluralism, diversity, human rights, feminism, decentralization, and religious freedom — our highest dreams.Continue Reading

Sanctioned Extremists Open-fire on Peaceful Protestors in Occupied Afrin
A peaceful protest of women in Kakhra, western Afrin, was violently attacked by the Sultan Suleiman Shah Brigade, known also as the al-Amshat militia.
Large-Scale Security Campaign Conducted by Internal Security Forces in Raqqa
Twenty-six wanted individuals, accused of a variety of criminal offenses, were arrested, including three major drug traffickers, who clashed with security forces for several hours before being apprehended.
Turkish Drones Rain Terror Down From the Skies Above Northeast Syria
On September 3, a drone struck the vehicle of a senior commander of the Internal Security Forces (ISF) in the city of Qamishli, killing him.
Growing University System in DAANES Begins a New Year
Another school year has begun in the university system in the Democratic Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (DAANES). Over 3,000 students attend the three DAANES universities, Rojava University, located in Qamishlo, Kobane University in Kobane, and the newest, Al-Sharq University in Raqqa. A fourth, the University of Afrin,