Syrian Conflict

The Syrian conflict began in 2011 as part of the Arab Spring protests against the government’s authoritarian rule, demanding political reform and greater freedoms. It escalated into a complex civil war involving multiple factions: the Syrian government, opposition groups, Kurdish forces, and extremist organizations like ISIS. Regional and international powers, including Russia, the U.S., Iran, and Turkey, have intervened, supporting different sides. The war has caused massive humanitarian suffering, with hundreds of thousands killed, millions displaced, and widespread destruction. It reflects deeper issues of governance, sectarian divisions, and geopolitical interests within the region.