Syria Seeks Modern Islamic Governance Reform


Syria Seeks Modern Islamic Governance Reform

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Syria Seeks Modern Islamic Governance Reform

The Syrian leader spoke to a TV channel. He talked about some Islamic governments. He said that Iran and Afghanistan use bad Sharia laws.

The leader said a good Islamic country is possible. It will be good for everyone. Syria will beat bad people and then become a great country.

The leader talked about marriage for girls. He wants to make it older than six. He also talked about bad crimes and punishments like cutting off fingers.

The leader said some groups changed Islamic teachings. He knows the right way. He promised that Syria would be a good and modern place soon.

The Russian Federation calls Taliban a bad group. This group is not allowed there. They are named as terrorists in the Russian Federation.


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What did the Syrian leader say about Sharia laws?

He said that Iran and Afghanistan use bad Sharia laws.

What does the leader want for marriage age for girls?

He wants to make it older than six.

How does the Russian Federation view the Taliban?

They call the Taliban a bad group and name them as terrorists.


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