Unintended Consequences

Syria, Assad & the Shiite Crescent

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Why has Syria always been at the heart of western geopolitical struggles in the Middle East; how did the Syrian Civil War and the rise of Isis lead to a surprising coalition between the Americans and Assad; and what does the future hold for Syria in a increasingly unstable region.

Tune in to Middle Eastern expert Professor Joshua Landis to find out more…