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Assad's downfall is a humbling blow to Russia. How will it affect Putin's prestige?

Assad's downfall is a humbling blow to Russia. How will it affect Putin's prestige?


Published on 2024-12-09 20:01:03 - MSN
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  • President Vladimir Putin stood with Russian troops at their air base in Syria and proudly declared victory over "terrorists" in that country as part of the Kremlin's military intervention to prop up the government of Bashar Assad amid a civil war.

The article discusses the implications of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's political downfall on Russia's international standing and President Vladimir Putin's prestige. Assad's regime, which has been a significant ally to Russia in the Middle East, has faced increasing isolation and internal challenges, highlighted by the recent earthquake response and ongoing civil war. This situation has not only weakened Assad's position but also reflects poorly on Russia, which has invested considerable military and political capital in supporting him. The article suggests that Assad's faltering grip on power could lead to a reassessment of Russian foreign policy in the region, potentially diminishing Putin's image as a global power broker. It explores how this scenario might affect Russia's strategic interests, its influence in the Middle East, and Putin's domestic and international prestige, especially at a time when Russia is also dealing with the fallout from its actions in Ukraine.

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