Syria has rejected a roadmap agreement with the United States and Jordan concerning the future of Suwayda province, as confirmed by a statement released yesterday following a signing ceremony. The Supreme Legal Committee, backed by local leader Hikmat al-Hijri, announced its opposition to the plan, which aims to guide the province's development. The rejection comes amidst a deepening political polarization within Suwayda. Hikmat al-Hijri's faction, reportedly bolstered by Israeli support, continues to assert a degree of autonomy, contrasting with areas under Syrian government control. This division is expected to lead to continued stagnation in regions under Hijri's influence, rendering them dependent on external humanitarian and logistical aid, according to reports. Analysts suggest that the ongoing deadlock and the periodic reemergence of clashes on front lines are likely consequences of this political divide. The Syrian government plans to rehabilitate areas under its control to facilitate the return of displaced residents, a stark contrast to the anticipated situation in territories governed by Hijri's committee.
