The World Next Week Syrians Plot Transition, Turmoil in Georgia and Romania, UK Joins Trans-Pacific Trade Deal, and More
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Dec 12, 2024 A new political landscape emerges in Syria as government formation begins following Bashar al-Assad's fall, with global powers vying for influence. In Eastern Europe, protests erupt in Georgia over delayed EU talks, while Romania grapples with the fallout from its annullled presidential election results. The UK makes a significant move by joining the Trans-Pacific trade deal, reshaping its post-Brexit trade strategy. Meanwhile, tensions heighten between the U.S. and China as an anti-monopoly case against NVIDIA signals deeper trade conflicts.
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US Strategy in Syria
- The U.S. aims to prevent Syria from becoming another Libya after Assad's fall.
- Their main goal is limiting chaos, lacking major geostrategic goals, given limited time and resources.
Israel's Intervention in Syria
- Israel's extensive airstrikes and troop presence in Syria aim to shape the emerging government.
- They seek a government unable to threaten Israel, support Hezbollah, or aid Iran.
Turkey's Ambitions in Syria
- Turkey seeks to exploit the situation to weaken Syrian Kurdish forces, fearing a Kurdistan-like entity.
- This creates a risk of conflict with the U.S., a NATO ally supporting Kurdish groups.