Unholy: Two Jews on the News The Road from Damascus - with Richard Haass and Alexis Bloom
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Dec 12, 2024 
Richard Haass, a veteran in US foreign policy and former president of the Council on Foreign Relations, shares insights on the impending fall of the Assad regime in Syria. Award-winning filmmaker Alexis Bloom discusses her documentary on Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial, revealing the intertwining of politics and personal relationships. They navigate complex geopolitical dynamics, the implications of military actions, and the challenges of documentary filmmaking in today's climate. The conversation is both poignant and illuminating.
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Assad's Hollow Regime
- Tyrants and dictators are often hollow men, propped up by external forces.
- Their regimes crumble quickly when these supports are removed, as seen with Assad.
Popular Support vs. Hollow Power
- Jonathan Friedland contrasts the quick fall of Assad in Syria with the prolonged conflict in Gaza.
- He highlights the difference in popular support as a key factor.
The Unexpected Collapse
- Richard Haass was surprised by the rapid fall of the Assad regime. He notes that conversations weeks prior suggested Assad was there to stay.