Would an Islamist Syria Be Worse Than a Weak Assad?: Michael Rubin, AEI, Dec. 1, 2024
Inside Turkey’s Key Role in the Syrian Opposition Assault on Aleppo: Wael Al-Sawah, Worldcrunch, Dec. 2, 2024
Chaos in Syria ‘Creates Opportunities’ Against Iranian Axis: Yaakov Lappin, JNS, Dec. 2, 2024
Second Fall of Aleppo Marks New Phase in Syrian Civil War: Paulo Agular, Geopolitical Monitor, Dec. 2, 2024
For Further Reference:
IDF Confirms Iranian-Led Forces Sent to Repel Syrian Rebels: Erez Linn, Israel Hayom, Dec. 2, 2024 — Iraqi forces backed by Iran have moved into Syria to support the government’s efforts to counter insurgents who recently captured parts of Aleppo, according to the IDF and monitoring groups, marking an escalation in the regional conflict.
Who Are the Rebels Battering Syria’s Regime, and Do They Pose a Risk to Israel?: Gianluca Pacchiani, Times of Israel, Dec. 2, 2024 — Insurgent groups in northwestern Syria have launched a two-pronged surprise assault on Aleppo and its surroundings over the past few days, achieving significant territorial gains and dealing a major blow to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, while increasing pressure on his allies, Iran and Russia.
Why Does Everyone Want to Be Syria’s Ally?: Nitzan David Fuchs/Makor Rishon, Israel Hayom, Nov. 28, 2024 — Bashar al-Assad is a mass murderer who was willing to kill his own people to cling to power.
LISTEN: What is Turkey’s Involvement in Syria?: DW, Dec. 1, 2024 — In a lightning offensive, Turkish-backed insurgents rebels in Syria have taken much of the country’s second largest city, Aleppo. DW speaks to Middle East Analyst Simon Mabon from Lancaster University about Turkey’s possible role in the Syria conflict.