The Syrian Future Movement is following with great concern the decision issued by the Ministry of Justice of the Syrian Interim Government, specifically Decision No. (1475) issued by the Minister of Justice, Dr. Mazhar Al-Wais, on May 20, 2026, which mandates a temporary and comprehensive freeze on a number of lawsuits, enforcement procedures, and legal powers of attorney related to the Suwayda Governorate, effective immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Based on the Syrian Future Movement’s methodology of “supporting national solutions without absolute endorsement of any party, and criticizing what threatens the state-building process without hostility,” this statement is issued to assess this decision within its legal and humanitarian context, while emphasizing the necessity for justice and citizens’ rights to remain the guiding principles for any exceptional measure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Firstly, the Syrian Future Movement draws attention to the fact that this broad decision, issued on May 20, 2026, includes the suspension of consideration for four main types of judicial proceedings:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Secondly, the Syrian Future Movement analyzes the justifications for the decision and addresses the questions raised about its effects. The decision was based on the “current situation” and the “exceptional circumstances” the governorate is experiencing, with the aim of “protecting citizens’ rights” and “preventing the exploitation of the current circumstances in any legal procedures or actions that may affect ownership and rights.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n While the Syrian Future Movement understands these concerns, especially given the complex security situation and partial disruption of institutional operations in Suwaida, which could create a fertile ground for conflict and property seizures, it points out that any exceptional measure, however necessary, remains a “preventive measure during times of security chaos” and should not become a double-edged sword. The residents of Suwaida have expressed their dissatisfaction with the economic and social repercussions of the decision, warning of its impact on buying and selling and the potential for an increase in informal transactions outside legal frameworks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Third, the Syrian Future Movement recalls its previous positions supporting the stability of the provinces and the protection of rights, and emphasizing the necessity of addressing crises through dialogue. This decision is not the first of its kind, as the Ministry of Justice previously issued Circular No. 13 on September 3, 2025, suspending all legal deadlines and timeframes in Suwaida during the events of July 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While following this matter, the Syrian Future Movement reiterates its firm stance on the necessity of protecting the security and stability of Suwaida, as stipulated in the “Tripartite Agreement on Suwaida” statement (published on our official website on September 16, 2025). This statement commended the dialogue that ended the escalation in the province and called for it to serve as a model for managing disputes through dialogue. The Movement also emphasizes that the only way to address the root causes of the crisis is through comprehensive political dialogue, not through exceptional administrative decisions alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fourth, the Syrian Future Movement appreciates the measures included in Article 4 of the decision, which allow for precautionary measures that do not affect the core of ownership and aim to preserve rights without exacerbating disputes. It also appreciates the suspension of legal deadlines to prevent the lapse of rights or the statute of limitations. However, it warns that “a law is not merely procedurally sound; it must also be enforceable.” Parts of Suwaida are “outside government control,” with “local authorities and religious and political leaders challenging Damascus in administration and representation,” making the decision’s effectiveness contingent on the authorities’ ability to implement it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Furthermore, the Syrian Future Movement emphasizes that the absence of a timeframe for these exceptional measures and a clear appeals mechanism renders the decision “vulnerable to political and potentially legal challenges, as it infringes upon the right to litigation and the right to dispose of property, both of which are fundamental rights that should only be restricted to the extent necessary, for a specific period, and under judicial oversight.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fifth, based on its national responsibility, the Syrian Future Movement recommends the following to the government and relevant authorities:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n In conclusion The Syrian Future Movement reiterates that protecting citizens’ rights and ensuring their stability is a national responsibility that rests on everyone’s shoulders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The decision issued by the Ministry of Justice, despite its humanitarian motives, remains “more akin to a sovereign and judicial risk management decision than a routine procedural one,” and must be treated with extreme caution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Syrian Future Movement believes that the true success of the decision will be measured by its ability to create a secure environment that allows for its swift resumption, with guarantees that protect the rights of all parties and prevent any attempt to exploit the circumstances for illicit gain.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The Syrian Future Movement discusses the Ministry of Justice’s decision to halt judicial proceedings in Suwaida and the importance of justice and citizens’ rights.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":35,"featured_media":63676,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4843],"tags":[4706],"class_list":["post-64406","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-legal-office","tag-press-release"],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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