Aaron Zelin
Senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and founder of Jihadology; researcher and author on jihadist groups and Syrian affairs who recently traveled to Syria and met President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
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Dec 11, 2024 • 41min
Conflicted Community: Aaron Zelin – Assad’s Fall and the Future of Syria
Aaron Zelin, a leading expert on the Syrian Civil War and author, joins to discuss the dramatic fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime after over 50 years of rule. He provides insight into the rapid shift in power dynamics and the emergence of rebel groups. Zelin also explores the uncertain future for Syria's minority communities, including the Kurds and Alawites, while analyzing the geopolitical ramifications. Additionally, the conversation touches on the evolving political landscape and Turkey's strategic moves in the ongoing conflict.
Sep 27, 2025 • 59min
S10 Ep4: Syria After Assad with Aaron Zelin
In this discussion, Aaron Zelin, a senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, reflects on his recent trip to war-torn Syria and his meeting with President Ahmed al-Sharaa. He reveals Sharaa's transformation from a jihadist leader to head of state. The conversation dives into the precarious balance of power amid sectarian violence, Israel’s military actions, and the looming threats from Kurdish forces. Zelin also provides insights on reconstruction challenges, economic revival prospects, and critical indicators to watch as Syria navigates its uncertain future.
