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The opposition’s victory over Assad’s regime represents not only a defeat for Putin’s Syrian strategy but also a death knell for the Kremlin’s operations elsewhere, according to one expert.
Dec. 10
Russia
Russia has begun a large-scale pullout from Syria, evacuating troops and equipment to “home” bases. One base is under siege, while Tartus port has been secured by special forces.
Dec. 10
Russia
A massive number of strikes reportedly hit key military facilities, including air bases, fighter jets, missile systems, chemical production sites, and depots.
Dec. 10
Turkey
Some believed the fall of the Syrian regime would result in the departure of Moscow’s military presence in the country, but a deal to maintain that presence might be in discussion.
Dec. 10
Ukraine
The sudden collapse of Assad’s regime in Syria reveals the limits of Russia’s military capabilities as Moscow struggles to maintain its offensives in the war in Ukraine.
Dec. 9
Moscow
The new flag was raised amidst reports that the country’s deposed president fled to Moscow.
Dec. 9
Russia
To date, only Russian state media has reported that the former Syrian president and his family have sought refuge in Moscow, with the man himself nowhere to be seen.
Dec. 9
Hamas
The lightning speed at which the rebels, dominated by the Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group, took Aleppo and then the country stunned the whole world.
Dec. 9
War in Ukraine
Assad’s ouster has sparked reactions worldwide, with Zelensky and his cabinet framing the fall as a cautionary tale for authoritarian leaders relying on Russian support.
Dec. 9
Israel
According to Kyiv Post intel sources, Israel is ramping up forces on its Syrian border, readying for a ground operation as Assad’s regime collapses, with air and missile strikes already underway.
Dec. 9
War in Ukraine
Trump calls for a ceasefire and says Ukraine ‘possibly’ could expect less aid in 2025; foreign ministry says Assad should never have banked on Putin’s support; Czechs ready to send 15k drones to Kyiv.
Dec. 9
US
What are the broader geopolitical implications if the the defeat of the Assad regime in Syria.
Dec. 8
Russia
Despite the outward appearance of strength, cracks in Russia’s global strategy, like within Russia itself, are beginning to appear.
Dec. 8
Middle East
The rebels’ lightning offensive has seen them taking multiple major cities within two weeks, including the capital Damascus on Sunday morning as shown by footage circulating online.
Dec. 8
Kyiv Post obtained footage of Russia’s evacuation from Syria’s Khmeimim base, showing locals mocking departing troops –highlighting shifting dynamics after Assad’s fall.
Dec. 13