Author: Jennifer Teale
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The fall of Assad: A predetermined outcome
Syrian rebels toppled Bashar Assad’s regime in just 11 days, seizing Damascus after years of internal dissent; expert Dr. Mordechai Kedar says Assad’s fall was inevitable due to his regime’s lack of legitimacy On November 27, 2024, the cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect, and within mere days, the long-awaited rebellion in Syria exploded…
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Russia and Iran sign further defense agreements but ideologically remain apart
Analysis: Moscow and Tehran are finalizing a defense pact to counter Western influence, leveraging military and energy ties; however, ideological divides, trust issues over Ukraine and Israel, and unmet military commitments strain their partnership On October 31, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov confirmed that Russia and Iran are finalizing a comprehensive treaty to enhance defense cooperation.…