The battle for Syria is raging on the streets of Homs. Last week, it was fought in the halls of the United Nations, where international consensus was outmanoeuvred by Russian and Chinese vetoes. Since then, there has been much discussion regarding the interests of these key players and how they factor into the future of Syria. The situation was perfectly captured by Al Jazeera guest Sergei Strokan; Syria’s future has become a “hostage to geopolitical gain.” Discounting International players like Russia and the United States, the Syrian conundrum remains a complex regional game of chess.
Posts Tagged ‘Realism’
The Syrian Crisis: Good fences, Good neighbours?
Posted: February 20, 2012 in Middle East, Syrian Civil WarTags: Arab League, Iran, Israel, National Interest, Politics, Realism, Regional hegemony, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey
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