Syria
Israel and Turkey struggle over influence in Syria
Israel views Turkish relations with the new Syrian government with suspicion
IsraelSyria's economic woes are unlikely to subside soon
Political and security dynamics continue to weigh on donor calculus, limiting prospects for major aid and investments
SyriaA new Syrian government is no guarantee of stability
Damascus continues to struggle with pockets of resistance and violence
SyriaAnkara will weigh its response to Ocalan’s move
The outlawed PKK declared a ceasefire after its imprisoned leader Abdullah Ocalan said the group should move to dissolve
TurkeyJordan faces stability shocks from Syria and Gaza
Crises emanating from Syria and Gaza have put Jordan on a war footing
JordanRussia will develop contingency plans in Africa
Russia is reinforcing its presence in Sudan and Libya amid uncertainty over its bases in Syria
RussiaIsrael is set for an indefinite stay in Syria
By messaging its intent early, Israel believes it can deter Damascus’s leadership and retain its position in the country
IsraelDisinformation adds to Syria’s transition challenges
The situation in Syria is ripe for manipulation by both domestic and external actors
SyriaSyria's Kurds will manoeuvre to sustain the status quo
Talks between Damascus and the Syrian Democratic Forces have yet to reach a conclusion over several contentious matters
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