Syria's new government has stirred controversy with its recent announcement of changes to the school curriculum, sparking criticism over what some perceive as an Islamist slant being introduced into teaching materials. The amendments, revealed on the education ministry's official Facebook page, include altering phrases such as 'path of goodness' to 'Islamic path' and 'those who have are damned and have gone astray' to 'Jews and Christians,' reflecting an ultra-conservative interpretation of a verse from the Quran.
Furthermore, the modifications redefine the term 'martyr' from someone who died for the homeland to someone who sacrificed themselves 'for the sake of God.' Notably, certain chapters, including one on 'the origins and evolution of life,' have been entirely removed from the curriculum.
