The Power Struggle Unfolding in Syria

Politics, Geopolitics & Conflict The power struggle continues to unfold in Syria, with the HTS (the opposition forces that overthrew Assad) vying for control of some areas and sectarian tensions will arise. Talks are ongoing between the HTS and the Syrian Democratic Forces, another opposition grouping. HTS is seeking that the SDF subordinate itself now and merge militarily with the HTS. The SDF is the Kurdish grouping in the north, which Turkey has been fighting through its proxy, the Syrian National Army (SNA). We will also be watching Russia’s…