Syrian Kurds Regain Citizenship and Language Rights Under New Al-Sharaa Rule

Syrian President Signs Decree Recognizing Kurdish Language, Restoring Citizenship Rights

Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa has issued a formal decree recognizing the Kurdish language as a national language and granting citizenship rights to all Syrian Kurds.

According to reports, the decree was signed by the president, effectively restoring the rights of the Kurdish community in Syria. The move is seen as a significant development for the Kurdish population, who have faced various challenges and restrictions in recent years.

The decree specifically recognizes Kurdish as a national language, alongside Arabic, and grants Syrian Kurds the right to use their native tongue in official contexts. Additionally, the decree restores citizenship rights to all individuals of Kurdish descent born in Syria, regardless of their nationality or residency status.

The move is believed to be part of an effort by the Syrian government to promote greater inclusivity and diversity within its borders. The decree is also seen as a step towards reconciliation between different ethnic groups in Syria, following years of conflict and instability.

Details of the decree are not yet available, but officials have confirmed that it was signed by President al-Sharaa. The move is expected to be implemented in the coming weeks or months, pending further instructions from the government.

Source: Al Jazeera