Chaos in Aleppo: The Shifting Alliances

This chapter explores the tumultuous retreat of pro-Assad forces in Aleppo during the Syrian civil war, emphasizing the rise of Al-Qaeda affiliates amid the distractions faced by major backers like Hezbollah and Iran. It delves into the complexities of the conflict and the precarious state of U.S. involvement, examining the implications of shifting allegiances and the decline of the Assad regime.