How Syria's Dynasty Collapsed.

  • Published In: Current History, 2025, v. 124, n. 866. P. 323 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Dahi, Omar S. 3 of 3

Abstract

The Assad regime, with backing from allies Russia, Iran, and Hezbollah, seemed to have survived a long civil war that began in 2011, and was beginning to emerge from regional isolation. But when Islamist forces led an offensive from their enclave in late 2024, a dynasty that had lasted five decades suddenly crumbled. Though Hafez al-Assad had brought stability to Syria, his son Bashar presided over a period of decline. Corruption hollowed out the state and Sunni grievances against the Alawite rulers grew, while a new regional order weakened the regime's external allies. Now the country's new Islamist rulers are gesturing at inclusive governance as they move to establish dominance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Additional Information

  • Source:Current History. 2025/12, Vol. 124, Issue 866, p323
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0011-3530
  • DOI:10.1525/curh.2025.124.866.323
  • Accession Number:189576601
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