CONFLICTED Conflicted Community: Q&A – What Will 2025 Hold for Syria & Israel?
Jan 8, 2025
In the latest discussion, the hosts dive into the decline of baathism in Syria and the implications for the region. They analyze al-Julani's election delay and HTS's future in maintaining control. The conversation shifts to Hamas's surprising military capabilities and the fallout from recent terror attacks in the U.S. and Germany. This dynamic Q&A not only engages with pressing geopolitical issues but also brings personal insights, setting the stage for an intriguing look at the future of the Middle East.
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Middle East Instability
- The fundamentals for peace in the Middle East are not present, with ongoing issues like the Houthis and the Iranian regime.
- The Biden administration's attempts to appease everyone are over, with a more hawkish US administration incoming.
Trump's Foreign Policy Shift
- Trump's foreign policy in his second term might be more interventionist than his first, despite initial expectations.
- His new team appears hawkish, suggesting a shift from his earlier non-interventionist stance.
Trump's Evolving Stance
- Trump's initial isolationist stance evolved during his first term as he realized America's global role.
- He shifted from non-interventionism to a more assertive foreign policy, culminating in the killing of Soleimani.