Syria’s students returned to classrooms this week following the reopening of schools ordered by new de facto leader Ahmad al-Sharaa, also known as Mohammad al-Jolani, after his group ousted President Bashar al-Assad. Despite the positive signs of normalcy, some parents remain hesitant. Al-Sharaa emphasized the need for reconstruction and stability, while diplomatic discussions regarding military actions and regional relations continue among the U.S., Turkey, and other nations.