Assad Shifts Position on Decentralization
The Syrian regime has dealt cautiously with the concept of decentralization since the revolution in 2011
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Regime Mulls Shift to Voluntary Army Enlistment
The Syrian regime is changing the way it recruits to its army, depleted by years of war, desertions and the failures of the conscription and reserve models.
Why is the Regime Attacking the National Endowment for Democracy?
The regime’s aversion to civil society has a new address.
Assad ‘Reforms’ the Baath Party
The regime revamps its image with party and parliamentary reforms
Can Islamic Finance Fill the Regime’s Coffers?
Sovereign sukuk are another attempt to plug a gaping deficit
Can Iran Establish a Naval Base on the Syrian Coast?
Iran’s plans for a beachhead in Tartous may run aground
Regime Election Further Undermines UN Committee
Only a handful of MPs remain on the hollowed-out UN body.
Tanker Wars: IS Targets Oil Supplies in Syria
IS steps up the economic pressure on its adversaries.
Why is the Regime Shifting from Subsidies to Cash Handouts?
Damascus wants to cut subsidies and control international aid.
Can Arab Normalization Succeed Where Geneva and Astana Failed?
The regime continues to frustrate efforts for a political solution.
Idlib Protestors Struggle to Keep Momentum Against HTS
HTS efforts to fragment the movement appear to be working.
Under Pressure, Autonomous Region Postpones Elections - Again
The PYD faces Turkish pressure and little U.S. support for polls.
