The current Islamist situation in Syria is the only positive aspect for Christians non-affiliation with this Islamist army will distance them from the Israeli-Turkish conflict.
One of the main reasons for Christians distancing themselves from the army is the imposition of Islamic law on the army.
It is well known that Christians have not even joined the General Security Directorate due to the Islamic Sharia law’s dominance over police graduation requirements.
This conflict is between radical political Islam and Israel; here’s a brief summary:
The reality of Israeli actions in Syria is not a passing or fleeting event. The Islamist factions—integrated into the New Syrian Army who managed by Turkey—along with jihadist groups that have been incorporated into that army.
This Army pose more than just Israeli concerns; they constitute a major security challenge—perhaps even greater than the Iranian challenge.
We repeatedly witness Syrian military units chanting slogans against Israel and calling for support for Gaza, when in reality they are supporting Hamas, an Islamist faction affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood and backed by Turkey.
Furthermore, Turkey is attempting to establish Islamist cells in southern Syria, near the Syrian-Israeli border, which is increasing tensions and the potential for escalation on Syrian soil.
Despite being affected by the general extremism Islamic situation in Syria,
But from a Christian perspective, distancing themselves from this army and its conflicts is considered an acceptable temporary solution that preserves the lives of the remaining Christian youth in Syria.
