فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Days after large celebrations in Rabat and Casablanca, many Syrians residing in Morocco have expressed mixed emotions regarding the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, which ruled Syria for over 50 years.
Ahmed, owner of a food products company in Casablanca, described the moment he received news of the regime’s fall as “like waking up from a 53-year dream.” He added that despite the new hope, he feels integrated in Morocco, saying: “During the 15 years I’ve lived here, I never felt like a foreigner.”
Khaled, a Palestinian from Syria, expressed happiness with caution, pointing to the difficulty of returning currently due to lack of security and infrastructure. He emphasized his gratitude to Morocco, stating: “My wife is Moroccan, and we live here in peace.”
Yahya, who works in a Syrian restaurant, expressed hope and optimism with some reservations. He indicated that the regime’s fall has opened the door for new discussions about freedom, democracy, and reconstruction, but warned of fears of a political vacuum or escalation between different factions.
The Syrians expressed deep gratitude to Morocco and King Mohammed VI for hosting and supporting them during difficult times, affirming their sense of belonging and welcome in the kingdom.
Despite enthusiasm for change in Syria, many Syrians in Morocco remain cautious about returning, pointing to the need for the situation to stabilize and for security and basic services to be guaranteed before making such a decision.
