American Prestige Bonus - The First Months of Post-Assad Syria w/ Aymenn Jawad Al-Tamimi (Preview)
Aug 10, 2025
Dive into the tumultuous aftermath of the Assad era in Syria. Hear about the harrowing massacres of the Alawite community and the ripple effects on relations with the Druze and Kurds. Explore the role of non-governmental militias and the clashes in Suwayda. Discover Turkey's influence and Israeli involvement in the region. Can Ahmed al-Sharaa's government pave the way for a united Syria? Tune in for a gripping conversation on history, sectarianism, and the quest for stability.
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Pragmatic Shift Toward International Order
- Aymenn Jawad Al-Tamimi says the movement embraced a pragmatic acceptance of the nation-state order.
- That shift enabled diplomatic gains and engagement with the US and regional actors.
International Recognition Compared To The Taliban
- Al-Tamimi notes the interim government secured more international acceptance than the Taliban achieved.
- Incorporating former HTS figures helped normalize the administration diplomatically.
Sunni-Centric Vision Fuels Minority Tensions
- Al-Tamimi warns the interim government pursues a Sunni-majoritarian, sect-centric vision rooted in HTS rhetoric.
- That approach heightens hostility toward Alawites, Druze, and Kurdish communities.
