Debate Grows Over Removing Terrorist Label from Syrian Rebel Groups

The UN's special envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, suggests that international powers may need to reconsider the "terrorist" designation of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the Islamist group that led the rebellion against Bashar al-Assad, to facilitate a peaceful transition in Syria. This reconsideration would depend on HTS's actions, particularly its inclusivity in governance. The US and EU are open to reassessing the designation based on HTS's treatment of minorities and its willingness to share power, as Syria faces a complex post-Assad landscape.