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Shifting Alliances in the Middle East
This chapter examines the changing relationships between Gulf states and Syria, focusing on the normalization efforts towards Bashar al-Assad amid regional geopolitical rivalries. It also discusses the implications of U.S. military presence in Syria and its indirect messaging regarding Assad's regime, as well as the evolving dynamics between Israel, Hezbollah, and the fragile ceasefire in Lebanon. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the decline of Hezbollah's influence in Lebanon and the potential for political transformation within the country.