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Dr Leon Goldsmith: Bashar Al-Assad was 'vulnerable and exposed'

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^{Published in Politics and Government on Sunday, December 8th 2024 at 14:00 GMT by Newstalk ZB}

Rebel forces in Syria say they have ended Bashar Al-Assad's rule as the government's troops withdraw from Damascus. Otago University Professor for Middle Eastern and Comparative Politics Leon Goldsmith joins Early Edition.

The audio segment from Newstalk ZB features Dr. Leon Goldsmith, an Otago University Professor specializing in Middle Eastern and Comparative Politics, discussing the capture of Bashar al-Assad. Dr. Goldsmith provides insights into the implications of Assad's capture, exploring the potential shifts in Syrian politics, the impact on the ongoing civil war, and the broader geopolitical ramifications. He discusses the various factions involved, the role of international powers, and what Assad's detention might mean for peace negotiations and the future governance of Syria. The conversation also touches on the historical context of Assad's rule and the complexities of the Syrian conflict.

Read the Full Newstalk ZB Article at:
[ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/early-edition-with-ryan-bridge/audio/dr-leon-goldsmith-otago-university-professor-for-middle-eastern-and-comparative-politics-on-the-capture-of-bashar-al-assad/ ]

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Dr Leon Goldsmith: Bashar Al-Assad was 'vulnerable and exposed'