Syrian Electors Vote in Indirect Polls for First Post-Assad Parliament

Damascus, October 5, 2025 — Syria has entered a new political chapter today as electors cast their votes in the country’s first parliamentary election since the fall of Bashar al-Assad . The historic indirect polls mark a significant step in the nation’s transition after years of civil unrest and authoritarian rule. More than 6,000 local representatives participated in the vote, selecting two-thirds of the 210-member People’s Assembly . The remaining one-third of seats will be appointed directly by Interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa , according to officials from the transitional government. Voting began early Sunday morning at electoral centers across the country, with results expected to be announced late in the evening. A New System Amid Caution The election is indirect , meaning citizens did not vote directly for parliament members. Instead, local councils and electoral colleges chose delegates to represent their regions. Officials said the model was necessary due to continu...