Syria after Assad
Despite his aggressive efforts to keep control, the days of Assad’s presidency are numbered. But the aftermath must be handled carefully – indeed, the stability of the entire region depends on it.
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NEW YORK – The widely held view in the West that the Arab Spring marks a clear step toward freedom and democracy in the Middle East now looks premature. The idea was probably based partly on wishful thinking, which overlooked the power realities actually shaping events. Even a year on, it is impossible to reach a definite conclusion – the situation is still too confusing, and the new leaders too unknown.