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In 2018 rebels in [[Daraa]] agreed to surrender following a [[2018 Southern Syria offensive|government offensive]], however, anti-government sentiment remained strong in the region as [[Southern Syria protests (2023–present)|protestors in Suwayda]] called for a boycott of the elections.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2024-07-05 |title=Protesters in As-Suwayda call for boycott of People's Assembly elections |url=https://english.enabbaladi.net/archives/2024/07/protesters-in-as-suwayda-call-for-boycott-of-peoples-assembly-elections/ |access-date=2024-07-06 |website=[[Enab Baladi]] |language=en-US}}</ref><ref name="north">{{Cite web |last= |date=2024-06-30 |title=Syrians believe parliamentary elections offer no prospects of change |url=https://npasyria.com/en/114998/ |access-date=2024-07-04 |website=North Press Agency |language=en-US}}</ref>
== International Views ==
{{Flag|Germany}}: The German envoy to Syria, stated that Germany does not support holding elections in Syria at the moment, explaining that free and fair elections are an integral part of resolving the conflict and establishing peace in Syria, but the conditions are not yet ready. Germany reiterated its support of the full implementation of [[United Nations Security Council Resolution 2254|UN Security Council Resolution 2254]]. Adding that holding elections in Syrian territory at this time will not push the political process forward but will instead entrench the long-standing status quo of conflict and division.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |first= |date=2024-07-10 |title=Germany opposes holding any elections currently in Syria: It would entrench division |url=https://english.enabbaladi.net/archives/2024/07/germany-opposes-holding-any-elections-currently-in-syria-it-would-entrench-division/ |access-date=2024-07-11 |website=[[Enab Baladi]] |language=en-US}}</ref>
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