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Where Is Syria Going After Assad and What’s Next for the Middle East?

The Socialist Program with Brian Becker

CHAPTER

Echoes of Conflict: U.S.-Israeli Influence in the Arab World

This chapter explores the historical collaboration between the U.S. and Israel to suppress progressive Arab movements since the 1940s, examining the complex dynamics of Islamophobia and imperialist agendas. It highlights the brutal realities of the Syrian conflict, focusing on the impact of extremist groups and their Wahhabist influences on Syria's cultural fabric. Additionally, the chapter discusses the emergence of secular forces in Syria seeking a democratic future and the significance of opposing normalization with Israel.

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