Syria abolishes al-Assad-era terrorism court amid Kurdish tensions

Syria's new government under President Ahmed al-Sharaa has abolished a terrorism court that operated during the al-Assad era, according to state officials. The move comes as the country works to establish new judicial structures following the end of 14 years of conflict.

The abolition occurs amid escalating tensions involving Kurdish groups in Syria, testing al-Sharaa's ability to unite various factions within the country. The tensions reflect broader challenges facing the government as it attempts to consolidate control and build consensus across different regions and communities.