Syria's Transitional Parliament Meets

Syria's new parliament convened for the first time on Sunday, 19 months after rebels led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa toppled Bashar al-Assad.

The chamber is tasked with drafting a new constitution and laying the groundwork for democracy after decades of authoritarian rule.

The convening marks a key step in the country's political transition.

The parliament will need to navigate the complex sectarian landscape left by the Assad regime's collapse.