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Inside The Fall Of Syria’s Brutal Dictator

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Dec 9, 2024
Carlotta Gall, a senior correspondent for The New York Times specializing in the human aspects of conflict, discusses the historic fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria. Citizens celebrate a newfound freedom after decades of repression. The podcast delves into the role of international players like Russia and Iran during the regime's collapse. Gall also highlights the emergence of rebel groups, particularly Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, and the complexities of transitioning from dictatorship to uncertain political landscapes. The potential for new challenges emerges as Syria's future hangs in the balance.
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ANECDOTE

Assad Regime's Swift Collapse

  • In a stunning turn of events, the Assad regime in Syria collapsed in just 12 days.
  • Rebels swiftly took control of major cities, culminating in Assad's reported flight from the country.
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Roots of the Conflict

  • The Assad regime's collapse is rooted in the 2011 Arab Spring uprisings and the brutal crackdown that followed.
  • This led to a civil war, the rise of extremist groups like ISIS, and Assad's increasingly desperate attempts to maintain power.
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Foreign Intervention

  • Russia and Iran's involvement in the Syrian war was crucial for Assad's survival.
  • Russia provided airpower and weapons, while Iran supplied ground troops and advisors, bolstering the regime's forces.
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