Syria and the war on ISIS: Pandora’s box or the beginning of the end-game?
Long Post 32: Joris Couvreur looks at what's at stake for Syrian President Assad with the ongoing military action against ISIS. The post Syria and the war on ISIS: Pandora’s box or the beginning of the...
View ArticleAssad, the survival kid? The longer the conflict lasts the more Assad’s hand...
In this article, Joris Couvreur looks at the political and military dynamics underlying the present situation in Syria. The post Assad, the survival kid? The longer the conflict lasts the more Assad’s...
View ArticlePiecing together the Syrian puzzle: can a nightmare scenario still be avoided?
In this article, Joris Couvreur looks at the current state of play in the Syria conflict and argues that control over Syria's state institutions is more important than seizing territory. The post...
View ArticleDisentangling the Syrian conflict: the Russian card, a game changer?
Against the background of Moscow’s historical ties with Syria, Joris Couvreur critically assesses Russia’s recent surprise military intervention in the conflict in Syria, especially with respect to...
View ArticleThe road to Damascus passes through Moscow
In the light of recent developments and with Assad in a position of strength, and Russia in the driving seat, Joris Couvreur looks ahead attempting to outline the way forward considering the interests...
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