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Fall of Assad: What's next for Syria and its economy?


Published on 2024-12-09 10:01:46 - MSN
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  • The 50-year reign of the Assad family in Syria has come to an end, with President Bashar al-Assad being granted asylum in Russia after a series of rebel groups overran Damascus. The rapid blitz brought an end to the brutal 13-year Syrian civil war and was enabled by new developments in the region in the aftermath of Oct.

The article from MSN discusses the potential implications of the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, focusing on the future of Syria and its economy. It outlines the current dire economic situation in Syria, characterized by hyperinflation, widespread poverty, and a collapsed infrastructure due to prolonged conflict. The piece speculates on various scenarios post-Assad, including the possibility of a power vacuum leading to further fragmentation of the country, increased influence from foreign powers like Russia, Iran, and Turkey, and the challenges of rebuilding a war-torn nation. It also touches on the humanitarian crisis, with millions displaced both internally and as refugees, and the potential for international aid and investment if a stable government emerges. The article suggests that while Assad's departure might end one chapter of suffering, the path to recovery would be fraught with political, economic, and social complexities.

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