Syria’s Tale of Turmoil: A Mirror for Pakistan
When the news of Syria’s regime collapse surfaced, it ignited debates worldwide. Analysts spun narratives based on their biases—some hailed it as a victory for freedom, while others mourned it as a loss for regional powers like Iran and Russia. I couldn’t help but think, what does this mean for us in Pakistan? There’s more to this story than meets the eye, and it’s crucial for us to learn from it. The Roots of the Syrian Crisis Syria’s chaos wasn’t born overnight. It began as a series of peaceful protests in 2011, much like the Arab Spring in Tunisia. People were frustrated—economic hardships and authoritarian rule had pushed them to the brink. What started as calls for reform soon escalated into armed conflict when violence erupted. The regime doubled down, and factions within Syria rose to fight, backed by international powers. This wasn’t just a Syrian issue—it became a battleground for geopolitics. The U.S., Russia, Iran, Israel, and Turkey each had stakes, turning Syria into a pro...