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Prospects of Federalization in Syria Following Assad's Fall

December 15, 2024

The fall of Bashar al-Assad has left Syria in uncertainty, with various forces vying for a new role. Zenonas Tsiaras noted that the likelihood of federalization is more plausible than complete fragmentation of the country's borders. Turkey and Israel seem to gain from the situation, while Iran and Russia are at a disadvantage. The different internal trends within Syria and international interventions will determine the country's future.