Naseef Naeem

Constitutional Declaration and the Role of Ahmad Al-Shar'a

The constitutional declaration is a balancing act. The dual role of Ahmad Al-Shar'a as revolutionary leader and Syria's President of the Republic remains as controversial as it is unclear.

Constitutional Declaration and the Role of Ahmad Al-Shar'a
Turkey, Syria, the Kurds and Russia
Turkey, Syria, the Kurds and Russia

Turkey’s interests and the goal of autonomy in northeastern Syria can be reconciled. And Russia has the chance to assume the responsibility it has aspired to for so long, argues Naseef Naeem.

Frescoes in the Syrian monastery Deir Mar Musa
Christianity and Freedom of Religion in the Middle East

Many countries in the Middle East allegedly guarantee freedom of religion as a constitutional right. In practice, this freedom is often nothing but illusory, as politicians simply override the judiciary.