Many remain highly skeptical over the process, leading HTS to change their approach, from global jihadist militants to a responsible government controlling an Arab capital. Questions remain over al-Jawlani’s ability to control jihadist elements within his new government, and his ability to contain and possibly eliminate those outside of his control. How will the Transitional government deal with jihadist elements identified by Western governments across Syria’s periphery? This was a tactic used by HTS forces who attacked Syrian military bases and seized weapons. Western governments may be moving too fast with Damascus without the assurances needed to prevent a resurgence of global jihadist groups.