Dear Syrian brothers and sisters,
I extend my heartfelt greetings to our resilient and patient people who confront army forces that have shifted their loyalty from the homeland to the regime president and his family. Dear Syrian brothers, you are not only facing this army, but also the alliance between Iran and the regime.
I pray to God to bestow mercy upon the martyrs of the revolution, who, with their blood, inscribed the slogan of “death or humiliation” and paved the way for freedom with their sacrifices.
I express great hope in the young men and women of Syria who have banished fear from their minds and hearts and achieved what we, as parents, could not. They have brought the regime to the brink of collapse. Peace be upon you, heroic sons and daughters.
I also salute the military officers and soldiers who defected from the regime’s army, driven by their deep sense of patriotism. They now stand at the forefront of those rebelling to liberate Syria, forging a new path for the national army.
Brothers and sisters,
This regime is on the verge of falling, causing Bashar Al-Assad to lose his sanity and composure. He has resorted to issuing threats and warnings to countries in the region and the entire world. For the first time, he compelled his cousin Rami Makhlouf to make a statement to an American newspaper, threatening the United States by linking Israel’s security to Syria’s security. Two weeks ago, Bashar made a threat to the region and the world, claiming that he would destroy the region using missiles from Iran and Hezbollah if subjected to any external intervention. Just a few days ago, he issued another statement, warning that any threat to his regime or foreign intervention in Syria would turn Syria into another Afghanistan and set the region ablaze. He knows, and we know, that he dares not sleep in the same house for two consecutive nights. He trembles in fear, and his fear drives him to kill and descend into madness, reminiscent of his counterpart Muammar Gaddafi, who used to speak of threats from Al-Qaeda, Islamic extremism, and the peril he posed to Libyans. We witnessed the end of his regime on television. This will be your fate, Bashar, along with that of all murderers and serial killers.
During our gathering today, a group of Syrian patriots, motivated by a profound sense of national responsibility and committed to serving the people and the country, will discuss various ways and means to assist the revolution in achieving its objectives: overthrowing the regime, bringing its civil and military leaders to justice, and holding accountable all those who have participated in, covered up, or aided in the commission of crimes.
At the forefront of our discussions, we will explore all possibilities that can lead to the overthrow of the regime and the triumph of the revolution. This includes considering the potential for a peaceful revolution to achieve victory, as well as the option of arming the revolution. Additionally, we will discuss the prospect of mobilizing a group of patriotic military personnel, deeply rooted in their love and loyalty to the country, to work towards toppling the regime and paving the way for a comprehensive victory for the revolution.
Therefore, on this occasion, I urge these individuals to embrace their national responsibilities, overcome the fear imposed by the oppressive regime, organize themselves, and actively participate in its overthrow.
One of the topics under discussion will be the potential for military intervention by the international community. This is something we will advocate for, as the authoritarian regime is not a national regime and bears no connection to the well-being of the country. It is more brutal and oppressive than any foreign occupation in history, in any region of the world. The regime has brought Iran into Syria and handed over the reins of power to its leadership through advisors and proxies.
Every day, the regime’s brutal killing machine claims the lives of dozens of martyrs. Therefore, it is our national duty to take responsibility for protecting our people and empowering them to achieve their aspirations.
Another crucial point of discussion will be the unification of visions among all revolutionary and national forces and individuals committed to overthrowing the regime, both regarding the process of overthrowing the regime and the subsequent phase. The existing divisions among these factions weaken our fight against the regime. We will spare no effort in pursuing this objective, as the country takes precedence over everything. It is the common ground that encompasses us all, and it is our responsibility to safeguard it and prevent it from becoming a battleground for political and ideological differences.
National unity protects everyone, and it can only be achieved through the participation of all. Any fracture in national unity creates a significant gap from which strife and destruction emerge.
Therefore, on this occasion, I appeal to the wise religious leaders, politicians, military personnel, and young members of our Alawite community to break their silence. Remaining silent aligns them with the regime and holds them accountable for its crimes. I urge them to break free from the fear imposed by the revolution, as the revolution is not directed against the Alawite community but against the authoritarian and corrupt regime. The revolution does not harbor hatred or seek revenge, but it demands accountability for all those, regardless of their affiliation, who have participated in the crimes committed by the regime.
Bashar Al-Assad is on the verge of collapse and will soon fall. All those associated with him will face the consequences of their actions. Do not fear his oppression. You, the people, are the strongest.
I implore you to unveil the true nature of this deadly authoritarian regime and urge your sons in the armed forces to join the people and contribute to the liberation of our homeland.
Brothers and sisters, We will exert tremendous efforts to seek support from our fellow Arab nations, just as they have supported the Libyan people. Syrians have always held a special place in their hearts, and their concerns have resonated with Syrians. One of the sources of our people’s worries is the alliance between the regime and the rulers of Iran.
We will call upon them to continue their support for the Syrian people as they have always done. In our action plans, we will engage with the international community and its political and humanitarian institutions to shed light on the Syrian crisis. We will also urge the international community to protect the Syrian people through all available means, including military intervention, and enable them to achieve their aspirations.
Lastly, I want to emphasize that our goal is not to overthrow the state itself, but to dismantle the corrupt political and security system that has taken control of the state and its institutions, using them to commit crimes. Our objective is to free the state and hold accountable those who have been complicit in the regime’s oppressive actions. It is also our duty to modernize and rehabilitate the state. The state represents the strength of the nation and is supported by more than two million citizens. We must protect and rehabilitate them rather than displace them. We categorically reject replicating Iraq’s experience of dissolving the state and its institutions, which resulted in deep national divisions and ongoing violence.
Brothers and sisters, Nations do not thrive on hatred or discrimination but rather on justice, respect, and the enforcement of the law. Those who exploit the people and the country must be held accountable.
May glory be to our martyrs, and may a bright future await our people. Long live a free Syria, and peace be upon you.
