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The new dangers in Syria after Assad's fall

Fareed Zakaria GPS

CHAPTER

Russia's Declining Influence Amidst Crisis

This chapter explores the ramifications of Assad's potential fall for Russia, revealing the nation’s waning influence and the structural frailties within its military and economy. It illustrates how these challenges mirror a historical crisis, complicating Russia's geopolitical ambitions while highlighting significant military losses and recruitment issues linked to the ongoing Ukraine conflict.

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