Syria's constitutional court 'risks becoming executive tool'

Recent developments in Syria's political landscape indicate that the country's constitutional court may increasingly serve as an instrument for the executive branch. This comes after the appointment of the remaining 70 MPs to the parliament, further consolidating power within the executive. Critics argue that this could undermine judicial independence and further entrench authoritarian control. The implications are significant, as any erosion of judicial checks could exacerbate the country's ongoing humanitarian crisis and hinder prospects for democratic reform.