Angie Bittar, a Syrian-born academic consultant specializing in political violence and state development, joins a panel to delve into Syria's ongoing crisis. They dissect the Assad government's impact and the hope of the Syrian people amidst dire circumstances. The conversation connects Syria's struggles to Palestine, emphasizing the effects of US-led imperialism and regional interventions. Sanctions are scrutinized for their role in worsening economic despair. The experts advocate for understanding the intertwined fates of these regions and the humanitarian crises they endure.