In this discussion, Kareem Shaheen, Middle East editor at New Lines Magazine with over a decade of experience covering Syria, shares insights on the recent surge of Turkish-backed rebels capturing Aleppo with minimal resistance. He analyzes the implications of Assad's weakened army and the pressure from international allies. The conversation also addresses the complex local governance issues under new rebel control and reflects on the humanitarian crisis gripping the region, emphasizing the moral responsibilities of the global community amid ongoing violence.

Rasha Elass, Editorial Director at New Lines, shares personal stories and insights on Syria’s turbulent past. Kareem Shaheen, the Middle East Editor, analyzes the sudden fall of the Assad regime. The discussion unpacks the emotional resilience of families amid ongoing hardships and the haunting realities of Sednaya prison. They also explore the shifts in power dynamics, the cries for leadership in a post-Assad Syria, and the hope for a democratic future amidst uncertainty and collective trauma.