Collapse of regimes

Assad’s fall in Syria: Same old Deep State formula

The recent collapse of regimes like Assad’s in Syria, Sheikh Hasina’s government in Bangladesh, and Ashraf Ghani’s in Afghanistan underscores a troubling pattern. These leaders, despite their flaws, represented relatively stable administrations that kept radical elements at bay. Their fall has opened the doors for Islamist factions to assert dominance, leading to greater instability.   […]