Syria plans anti-protest law after unrest around UAE embassy
Syria moves to contain demonstrations after pro-Palestine protest targets UAE embassy, amid outrage over Israel’s war in Gaza
DAMASCUS, Syria (MNTV) — Syrian authorities are preparing new legislation to regulate public demonstrations following unrest triggered by a pro-Palestine protest near the United Arab Emirates embassy in Damascus.
The interior ministry said it is drafting a law to control future protests after demonstrators gathered in solidarity with Palestinians amid Israel’s ongoing assault on Gaza, widely condemned across the region.
According to officials, security measures have been tightened around diplomatic missions, with additional forces deployed after a group of protesters broke away from a larger rally and approached the Emirati compound.
Videos circulating online showed individuals attempting to remove the UAE flag and replace it with a Palestinian one.
Authorities confirmed the arrest of at least two people, pledging to pursue others involved. Officials also alleged that some detainees had links to factions associated with the former government of Bashar al-Assad, though details remain unclear.
The demonstrations come amid mounting anger over Israel’s actions in Gaza and broader regional grievances tied to normalization agreements between Gulf states and Israel.
Protesters were heard condemning Emirati leadership, accusing it of aligning with Israeli policies despite widespread devastation in Palestinian territories.
The UAE condemned the incident, describing it as vandalism and an attack on diplomatic premises, while Syrian authorities also criticized the breach, calling it unacceptable despite affirming support for peaceful protest.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa held talks with UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed to address the fallout and discuss bilateral ties.
The unrest follows a wave of demonstrations across Syria in recent days, sparked by developments linked to Israel, including controversial measures targeting Palestinian prisoners, further fueling public anger across the region.
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