Afghanistan, Oct. 5 -- Syria is holding its first parliamentary elections on Sunday, October 5, marking a crucial milestone after years of war and political turmoil. The international community is viewing the vote as a key test of public confidence in the country's newly established government and its fragile path toward stability.
According to the Supreme Election Commission, polling has opened at 9 a.m. and will close at 5 p.m. local time. The elections are indirect, allowing only members of regional electoral colleges to vote. Two-thirds of the 210 parliamentary seats will be filled through balloting, while the remaining seats will later be appointed by the interim president. Officials have promised preliminary results by Sunday night....