Publié le 19/12/2011

Thomas PIERRET

The Syrian Islamic movement does not constitute a homogeneous block.

The Muslim Brotherhood played no role in the field during the uprising of 2011 but were very active as exiled opponents. Their authority is challenged by new Muslim players such as the Independent Islamic Democratic Current. As for the Ulamas, some can be found supporting the regime whereas others are fighting at great risk alongside the protesters.

This paper is in French only – Syrie : l'islam dans la révolution [1]