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Female Minister Calls for More Women in Syrian Government

2/2/2026

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Hind Kabawat, Syria's only female minister for social affairs and labor, says too few women sit in the transitional government.
Since December 8, 2024, when President Ahmed al-Sharaa's forces took control, governance has faced sectarian violence.
Minority communities blame government forces for the violence.
Kabawat acknowledges government mistakes, noting that errors are common during transitions.
She criticizes the president for not appointing more women, though he has promised to address the issue.

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Story summary

Hind Kabawat, Syria's only female minister for social affairs and labor, says too few women sit in the transitional government.
Since December 8, 2024, when President Ahmed al-Sharaa's forces took control, governance has faced sectarian violence.
Minority communities blame government forces for the violence.
Kabawat acknowledges government mistakes, noting that errors are common during transitions.
She criticizes the president for not appointing more women, though he has promised to address the issue.