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Halki: US-Led Action in Syria Counterproductive

Coalition’s aerial campaign not coordinated with the Syrian government and has deviated from its stated goals of fighting terrorism, says prime minister

‘No One Has an Interest in Destroying the Syrian State’

In an interview with The Syrian Observer, Syrian scholar Kheder Khaddour argues that the Syrian regime uses its control over state institutions as a means of legitimization. Drawing a clear line between the state and the regime may not always be easy but it is essential if Syria wants to avoid the fate of Iraq, he adds

Opinion: The Spectre of Assad is Here to Stay

Assad’s influence in Syria has increased today more than ever. All those fighting terrorism support him, and stand with him. The whole world supports Assad, after Obama wiped away the red lines. All Arab rulers support him because their survival is related to his.