The Bunker – News without the nonsense “It’s Syria’s future now” – This Is Not A Drill crossover edition
Dec 11, 2024
A stunning shift unfolds in Syria as Bashar al-Assad's long reign crumbles, igniting celebrations among citizens eager for change. Experts discuss the potential for a unified government and the factionalism that could threaten progress. With tensions rising from international airstrikes, the civilian impact becomes a focal point. Amidst this turmoil, a cautious optimism emerges, highlighting the aspirations for peace and justice as families reunite and the nation seeks a hopeful future.
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The Fall of Aleppo
- Rebel factions launched a military operation, initially aimed at stopping drone attacks and shelling near front lines.
- The operation escalated quickly as rebels advanced, taking military bases and eventually Aleppo city with surprisingly little resistance.
A Quick Turnaround
- The swift recapture of Aleppo by rebels contrasted sharply with the regime's prolonged campaign to take it in 2016.
- Multiple factors contributed to the rapid shift, including unified rebel action and the regime's lack of defense.
The Damascus Deal
- A deal involving Assad leaving his position without delegating power facilitated a relatively peaceful transition in Damascus.
- This deal involved the prime minister offering to cooperate with incoming forces and Assad's departure to Moscow.