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Syria: Can The Tyrant Assad Fall? With Razan Saffour

The Thinking Muslim

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Challenging Narratives of the Syrian Conflict

This chapter critically examines the misrepresentation of Syrian rebels as extremists in the context of the civil war, particularly in relation to ISIS. It highlights the strategic manipulation of narratives by the Assad regime and the implications of such framing on international perceptions. The discussion also personalizes the conflict, reflecting on the dehumanization of Syrians and the disconnect in empathy among global commentators.

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