Reports indicate that foreign Islamist fighters have been appointed to senior positions within Syria’s armed forces following the recent leadership change led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). The new de-facto leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has initiated discussions with various community representatives amid concerns regarding the involvement of foreign militants in Syria’s future. The military reorganization includes roles for fighters from diverse backgrounds, potentially influencing the national agenda amidst ongoing tensions with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces and local Christian groups.