VOICED: Syria's Christians: pro-change, but pro-regime

The video explores the Greek Catholic Church in Damascus's Old City amidst Syria's political unrest. It highlights the Christian community's support for President Assad and their confidence in maintaining good relations with both Alawite and Sunni Muslims. Despite regional upheavals, such as in Iraq, Syrian Christians feel secure and integrated, dismissing fears of persecution or mass exodus. The video underscores the historical presence of Christians in Syria and their belief in the country's stability and interfaith solidarity.

What is the main reason the Christian community in Syria supports President Bashar al Assad?

• They believe in his religious policies.

• They have a long-standing good relationship with his regime.

• They are forced to support him.

• They are against all forms of protests.

How does the Christian community view their relationship with the Sunni Muslim majority?

• They are in constant conflict with the Sunni majority.

• They have no relationship with the Sunni majority.

• They feel threatened by the Sunni majority.

• They believe their relationship is strong and can endure changes.

What historical context is provided about the Christian community's presence in Syria?

• They have no historical presence in Syria.

• They have only recently established their presence.

• They have been present for a long time, even before the current regime.

• They were established during the current regime.

What is the Christian community's stance on the possibility of leaving Syria?

• They are considering leaving due to threats.

• They find the idea of leaving unthinkable and unacceptable.

• They have already started leaving in large numbers.

• They are indifferent to the idea of leaving.

How does the Christian community in Syria view attacks on religious groups?

• They think attacks on any group are attacks on all, and they will defend each other.

• They believe only the government can protect them.

• They believe attacks are only targeted at Christians.

• They feel isolated and unprotected.