Interfaith Forum in Hasakah, North and East Syria, organized by Council of Religions and Beliefs

HASAKAH, North and East Syria — The Council of Religions and Beliefs in North and East Syria convened an interfaith forum in Hasakah to explore Syria’s future through the lens of religious values and guidance. The event brought together representatives of Christianity, Islam, Druze, Ismailism, Yezidism, Alawism, and Zoroastrians,  alongside influential independent figures from Syrian society.

Held under the banner “Human Brotherhood is the Most Sacred Gift Under Heaven,” the forum invited religious leaders and community representatives to deliberate on Syria’s path forward. Each participant offered their perspective on the nation’s future, with unanimous calls for a Syrian constitution that respects all faiths and communities equally.

Speaking at the forum, Fadi Dawi, a member of the Syriac Union Party’s (SUP) Hasakah branch, described the event as an opportunity to share his party’s vision of a Syria where all groups enjoy equal political, cultural, and economic rights and freedoms. Dawi expressed hope that the discussions would highlight a progressive and inclusive image of Syrian society.

Aziz Ahi, Secretary of Christian Churches in the Gozarto (Jazira) and Euphrates regions, emphasized the forum’s significance in uniting representatives from diverse faiths to chart a collective vision for Syria’s future. He advocated for a national framework that safeguards community rights through a democratic, secular civil state, separating religion from governance. Ahi stressed that achieving this vision requires addressing both collective and individual freedoms, ensuring equality for all. Despite uncertainties, he conveyed cautious optimism about Syria’s trajectory.

Wafiq Asaad Rajab, representing the Alawite community, called for unity and mutual love among Syria’s diverse peoples. He urged the nation to rebuild without regard to sectarian or religious divisions and expressed hope for lasting peace and stability after years of devastating conflict.

The forum provided a platform for open dialogue and reaffirmed shared aspirations for coexistence and equality. It underscored the collective determination to advance Syria’s recovery and reconciliation, fostering a future where all communities can thrive together.