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Why Putin couldn’t save Syria’s dictator

Dec 9, 2024
John Lyons, ABC's Global Affairs Editor, dives into the stunning fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in just eight days, highlighting the chaotic takeover of Damascus and the shift in power dynamics. He discusses how the rise of Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) has transformed from an Al-Qaeda offshoot to an organization with a more moderate image. Lyons also explores the geopolitical distractions affecting support for Assad and what these changes mean for the future stability of Syria and the Middle East.
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