Analytical report published by the Jusoor Center for Studies, addresses the most prominent changes that Syria has undergone after 2011 and included various aspects of political, economic and social life. It also specifies the size and level of the impact that the revolution has caused.
The US and Israeli army carried out a series of joint military exercises that simulate air defense scenarios, cooperate in the areas of intelligence and logistical supply, and carry out attacks on strategic targets deep in enemy territory, which could be used by both sides to carry out a joint operation against Iran in Syria.
The February 6 earthquakes that struck Türkiye and Syria revealed how far the Syrian regime would capitalise on humanitarian issues in achieving political goals. However, such efforts or endeavours in this regard are not new themes for the regime; as such behaviour has been evident since 2020, that is, with the onset of calm in the country.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine readjusted the priorities of the international and regional powers, leaving its own effects on various arenas and sectors.
The devastating earthquake that struck Syria on February 6, 2023, provided a humanitarian window for some Arab countries to mobilize in order to launch a second initiative to normalize relations with the regime, following the stumbling and failure of the first initiative, which was announced by King Abdullah II in 2021.
Reviewing the local and international developments that occurred in Syria in 2022 makes it seems like that 2023 does not bring major changes in the scene, with the exception of some repercussions resulting from the tense relations between international actors.
An analytical report released by the Jusoor Center for Studies monitors the various stages that the Syrian issue went through during 2022, politically, militarily and economically. The report addresses the political process, the movements of the Astana track, the UN Security Council meetings on Syria, the policies of international actors, and others.
Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) is a unique model for gaining resources; where it relied earlier on "spoils" and what was confiscated from its opponents. When these resources dried up, HTS moved towards smuggling and jumble sale. However, as soon as the above-mentioned resource ended up, Tahrir al-Sham began trading goods and controlling crossings.
With the advent of October 11, 2022, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) will mark the eighth annuversary of its establishment, which was officially announced on this day in 2015 during a press conference in the city of al-Hasakah.
Since 2017, it has been clear that the UAE has become closer to the Syrian regime. Abu Dhabi modified its position and reopened its embassy in Damascus in 2018. Later, the UAE improved its political and economic relations with the regime, culminating in a visit by the Emirati foreign minister to Damascus, and al-Assad's visit to the UAE.
Ahmed Al-Awda's forces in Daraa: the reality and fate Four years passed since Ahmed al-Awda’s forces signed the settlement agreement in southern Syria. Yet, it has not been clear what k...
Vigilant partnership between Russia and Iran in the case of Syria The relationship between Russia and Iran is described as vigilant one. It is because the two parties are keen to mainta...
