Bethnahrin National Council president Hadodo: “We are not against Islam or Muslims, but we firmly oppose the imposition of Islamic law in Syria’s constitution and legislation”

BETH NAHRIN — In recent comments about the shifting political situation in Beth Nahrin (Mesopotamia), President of the Bethnahrain National Council (Mawtbo Umthoyo D’Bethnahrin, MUB) Naim Michael Hadodo emphasized the urgent need for uniting Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) communities to secure their national rights in Syria. Speaking on Suroyo TV during his annual address, Haddodo highlighted the necessity of breaking away from decades of single-party rule.

Extending warm holiday wishes to Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean), as well as all celebrating Christmas and the New Year, Hadodo called for historical reflection to guide future progress. “Syria has endured over five decades of political stagnation and repression under Baathist rule,” he stated. “Unlike nations that have embraced transformative political and social changes, our path has been one of systemic denial.”

Hadodo pointed to Syria’s rich demographic diversity as a fundamental reason to reject unilateral governance models. He urged the country’s emerging leadership to acknowledge the rights of all communities, stressing that continued denial is unsustainable.

Calling for unity among Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) groups, Hadodo warned against the dangers of internal divisions. “Our people have lost so much because of fragmentation within our ranks,” he lamented. He urged these communities to seize the moment to ensure their rights are enshrined in Syria’s future political framework — a goal the previous regime failed to achieve despite superficial acknowledgments of their historical contributions.

Hadodo also clarified the MUB’s position on the intersection of religion and governance, stating, “We are not against Islam or Muslims, but we firmly oppose the imposition of Islamic law in Syria’s constitution and legislation. Such measures will not be accepted under any circumstances.”

He concluded his address with a renewed appeal for solidarity, emphasizing that unity among Syriac (Aramean–Assyrian–Chaldean) communities remains their best hope for achieving their rightful place in Syria’s future.