The Take What is happening in Syria?
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Dec 3, 2024 In this discussion, Qutaiba Idlbi, Director of the Syria Initiative at The Atlantic Council and a former Syrian refugee, unpacks the recent gains by opposition forces in Aleppo and their implications for the war's trajectory. He explains the complexities of the Syrian conflict, from its origins in protests to the current power dynamics, highlighting external influences like Turkey and Russia. Idlbi also stresses the urgent need for global attention to Syria, warning against the dangers of neglecting this critical humanitarian crisis.
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Unexpected Rebel Advance
- Rebel forces unexpectedly seized control of Aleppo, surprising many.
- This has reignited the Syrian conflict after years of stalemate.
Syrian Civil War Background
- The Syrian civil war began in 2011 with a violent government crackdown on protests.
- Russia and Iran intervened militarily, helping the Assad regime regain control by 2018-2020.
Reasons for the Offensive
- The rebel offensive was partly triggered by increased regime attacks in northwest Syria since October 7th.
- The rebels strategically exploited Hezbollah and Iranian militias' weakened state after Israeli airstrikes.