With Russia focused on its war in Ukraine, Hezbollah forces weakened, and Iran distracted by its confrontation with Israel, the Syrian dictator can no longer rely on the same level of military support as in the earlier years of the civil war.
With Russia focused on its war in Ukraine, Hezbollah forces weakened, and Iran distracted by its confrontation with Israel, the Syrian dictator can no longer rely on the same level of military support as in the earlier years of the civil war.
It remains to be seen whether Assad’s allies can or will provide more support. Given the series of events, one would have expected more support to arrive before now.
With a second Trump administration in place the real work toward releasing Hamas’ hostages, implementing a ceasefire, and treconstructing Gaza can begin.
President Yoon Suk-yeol's sudden martial law declaration was a shock to everyone, foreigners and Koreans alike. However surprising this brief overthrow of South Korea's democratic process was, were there subtle signs that the environment was ripe in Korean politics to foster someone like Yoon?
In-depth analysis from Cliff Kupchan, Dominic Tierney, Robert David English, and more.
