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Alone and broke against a renewed insurgency, is Assad's rule about to collapse?


Published on 2024-12-07 21:20:44 - MSN
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  • The last time Syrian President Bashar Assad was in serious trouble was 10 years ago, at the height of the country's civil war, when his forces lost control over parts of the largest city, Aleppo, and his opponents were closing in on the capital,

The article discusses the precarious situation of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, whose rule might be at risk due to a renewed insurgency in the southern part of the country. Despite having regained control over most of Syria with the help of Russia and Iran, Assad faces significant challenges including economic collapse, with 90% of Syrians living below the poverty line, and a lack of international support or reconstruction funds. The resurgence of insurgent activities, particularly by groups like ISIS and others in the Daraa region, has been fueled by local grievances against the government's oppressive tactics and economic mismanagement. This situation is compounded by the withdrawal of Russian forces from some areas, leaving Assad's regime more vulnerable. The article suggests that while Assad's immediate downfall isn't imminent, the combination of economic hardship, military pressure, and political isolation could eventually destabilize his rule if not addressed.

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