Syria may be heading toward a dramatic political transformation, according to former Israeli Minister Ayoob Kara, who reports receiving encouraging messages from the country's Druze leadership indicating a desire for regional peace and stability.
In an exclusive interview with Channel 7, Kara revealed that Syria's opposition has unexpectedly backed a civilian prime minister to lead the country, marking a potential shift away from decades of authoritarian rule. "The transition of power has been surprisingly smooth," Kara said. "We're seeing a civilian, non-Islamist leader who appears to have broad acceptance."
The development comes amid significant regional changes, including the reported withdrawal of Iranian-backed forces, including Hezbollah, from Syrian territory. Perhaps most surprisingly, opposition leader Jolani, previously viewed with considerable concern, has thrown his support behind what Kara describes as a "liberal civilian" leadership focused on social rather than sectarian issues.
"We're witnessing the formation of a collective leadership representing various religious and ethnic groups," Kara explained. "This coalition could represent up to 90% of Syria's population, including Kurds, Druze, and moderate Sunnis from the Quneitra region."
The Druze leadership's message, received just hours before the interview, expressed clear aspirations for peaceful coexistence with neighboring countries. "They're eager to turn the page on the era of Iran, Hezbollah, and Assad," Kara noted, drawing parallels to the economic peace agreements Israel has achieved with the UAE and Bahrain.
Looking ahead, Kara suggests Syria might evolve into a federation of 5-7 autonomous regions, a structure he believes could better serve the country's diverse population. "The tribal doctrine remains fundamental to understanding the Arab world," he said, arguing that such an arrangement could provide more stable governance.
However, challenges remain. The presence of extremist groups affiliated with ISIS and Al-Qaeda continues to pose potential threats to stability. Additionally, the successful implementation of this new political framework will require careful management of various ethnic and religious interests.
Military movements along Syria's northern border suggest broader regional coordination. Kara believes these changes are being orchestrated with the support of "rational Arab states" and international backing, though he emphasized that his assessments are based on regional expertise rather than direct governmental involvement.
The developments in Syria could have significant implications for regional stability and economic cooperation. As Kara puts it, invoking former Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, "The difficulties of peace are preferable to the sufferings of war."
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