The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series Syria and the Return of the March || Peter Zeihan
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Sep 18, 2025 Explore the complex landscape of Syria's enduring instability and its implications for the region. The discussion delves into the fragmented control within Syria and how the legacy of Assad and the Alawites shapes the current dynamics. Discover the historical 'march' concept and how neighboring countries are equipped to manage potential crises, minimizing the risk of a wider spillover. This insightful analysis sheds light on why chaos might not erupt beyond Syria's borders.
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Backpacking Injury Sets The Scene
- Peter Zeihan recounts recording from a Yosemite tent after injuring his feet while backpacking.
- He frames the episode as answering a Patreon question about Syrian chaos spilling over.
Syria Is A Patchwork Of Zones
- Syria is fractured into multiple distinct zones with different sectarian and geographic identities.
- The recent overthrow created a Sunni-led government lacking Assad-era outside backers, deepening civil conflict.
A More Severe Phase Is Underway
- The current phase of Syria's war is a new, likely far worse iteration following the Assad overthrow.
- The first civil war produced millions of refugees and massive fatalities, and the next could escalate further.