Christopher Kozak, a Syria analyst at the Institute for the Study of War, discusses the larger strategy for Donald Trump’s possible safe zones in Syria, and the challenges of partnering with certain allies in the region.
Analysis: De Facto Safe Zones Already Exist Along Syria’s Borders
As foreign powers call for safe zones in Syria, analyst Lorenzo Trombetta explains that de facto zones of control have already been established. However, they are part of a strategy to further political and military goals rather than a method of civilian protection.
Analysis: ‘Safe Zone’ on Lebanon Border Would Benefit Hezbollah, Iran
Following Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah’s call for a safe zone in Syria along the Lebanese border, Syrian journalist Abdulrahman al-Masri explores what the Shiite militia stands to gain from such an area and the potential impact on regional powers.
Fragmentation Could Threaten Safe Zone Plans: Syrian Military Expert
Syrian military expert Nawar Oliver discusses the challenges facing potential plans for safe zones in Syria, particularly threats from ISIS sleeper cells and the complex divisions on all sides of the conflict.
Analysis: ‘Safe Zone’ on Lebanon Border Would Benefit Hezbollah, Iran
Following Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah’s call for a safe zone in Syria along the Lebanese border, Syrian journalist Abdulrahman al-Masri explores what the Shiite militia stands to gain from such an area and the potential impact on regional powers.