How Russia Bit More Than It Could Chew and Lost Syria

Russia’s intervention in Syria marked a pivotal chapter in its ambition to reassert itself as a global power and counter U.S. influence in the Middle East. Aiming to secure Bashar al-Assad’s regime and establish a strategic foothold in the region, Moscow deployed extensive military assets and adopted an aggressive approach to shape the conflict. However, while initially achieving some success in stabilizing Assad’s regime and projecting power, Russia’s intervention exposed significant vulnerabilities. The prolonged conflict, exacerbated by inefficiencies within Syria and the subsequent strain of the war in Ukraine, ultimately undermined Russia’s ability to achieve its long-term objectives. This report delves into the motivations, strategies, and eventual challenges that defined Russia’s involvement in Syria, highlighting the limitations of its ambitions and the broader implications for its regional and global aspirations.

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