Power Play in Syria: How Wagner Mercenaries, Economic Stakes and Shifting Alliances Influence the Balance Between Russia, Iran and the Assad Regime
The Wagner group, with military and economic stakes in Syria, could potentially influence Russian and Iranian interests in the conflict-ridden nation.
Assad Out of the Cold…Again
It seems to be a bit of a dance right now regarding normalising with Assad. The agreements between Damascus and its Arab brothers cannot be expected to pass muster for long.
Opportunistic Strategies in Times of Crisis: The Syrian Government’s Pursuit of Power and Recognition Amidst Civil War
The recent earthquake serves as a compelling instance of the Syrian regime’s propensity to exploit disasters for its own gains
What Does ISIS’ Survival Tell Us About Countermeasures?
Why has ISIS has been able to survive and display “a resilient insurgency” despite the international community’s efforts to eradicate the group?
Can Disaster Diplomacy Overcome Geopolitical Differences after Turkey’s Devastating Earthquake?
The 2023 Turkey-Syria Earthquake, Sanctions, and How to Improve Humanitarian Access
The earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria in February has prompted a litany of policy debates surrounding the state of humanitarianism today.
The ISIS Threat in 2023
Counter-ISIS operations will only succeed by addressing tensions between partner forces and corruption, and strengthening local governing capacity.
The Syrian Conflict: Reflections and Prospects
*No registration required. Join the event by clicking on the Zoom link below or copying it into your browser manually:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89274711489?pwd=UGhxMXp4OU9EWWlqQStMcDdNcTVLdz09 The Syrian Conflict began in peaceful petitions for dignity and […]
Will Turkey’s Meddling in Syria Solve the Kurdish Dilemma?
Turkey’s long-lasting Kurdish issue, which embodies the political, economic and cultural problems that Kurds have faced over the past century, has become more complicated than ever, largely due to the […]
The Syrian Conflict: Reflections and Prospects
The Syrian Conflict: Reflections and Prospects Held on 10 November, 2022 Speakers Ola Rifai | Senior research fellow and the Deputy Director for Outreach at the Centre for Syrian Studies. […]
