Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad fled to Moscow after rebels, backed by Turkey and al-Qaeda affiliates, took control of Syria, marking the end of his regime
Syria’s economy has been devastated by war, drought, & sanctions. 90% of the pop now lives below the poverty line, with agriculture & oil sectors hit hard
While HTS positions itself as a moderate force, its leader, Abu Mohammed al-Julani, seeks to establish Sunni rule, threatening to alter Syria’s power dynamics
Israel seized the demilitarised zone in Syria’s Golan Heights, fearing border threats. This could lead to future conflict with the incoming regime
With Iran backing away and Russia withdrawing, Syria's situation grows volatile. Turkey’s role in managing refugees adds further complexity
The US continues airstrikes on ISIS, but its future role under Biden is unclear. India watches closely, awaiting regional fallout from Syria's uncertain future