Syria: The collapse of a dynasty and hopes for a new beginning

Fall of a dynasty: a landmark event

Syria is going through an unprecedented historical period. After more than 50 years of domination by the Al-Assad dynasty, the Syrian people finally seem to be able to see the light at the end of the tunnel. The collapse of the regime, once seen as irremovable, raises many questions: what will become of this country devastated by war and plunged into chaos for decades? Is this really the end of an era or simply the beginning of a new struggle?

The last breaths of a regime

To understand the current situation, we must go back to the foundations of Assad’s power, established in the 1970s. From Hafez to Bashar, the family has been able to take advantage of a policy of terror and repression to maintain its grip. Yet this power, which seemed so solid, began to crack with the popular uprising in 2011. Peaceful protests quickly turned into a brutal civil war, revealing the fragility of a regime based on fear.

The war was a revelation: alliances were formed, enemies switched sides, and foreign powers flooded Syria with their interests. In this context of chaos, the real losers are always the civilians, who have borne the brunt of the bombs and dictates. So how has such an unpopular regime managed to survive for so long? Through the establishment of an omnipresent security apparatus, but also through broken promises, media manipulation, and unwavering support from certain allies, notably Russia and Iran.

The dawn of a new chapter?

Today, as the Assad dynasty appears on the verge of collapse, a wind of hope is blowing through the country. Protest movements are resurgent, driven by a youth eager for change. While uncertainties remain, it would be foolish to think that a power vacuum could easily turn into a period of peace. The power struggles are likely to be as complex as the years of oppression that preceded them.

In this uncertain transition, several scenarios are possible. From the emergence of a new progressive political leadership to a new phase of civil war, the paths remain strewn with pitfalls. What is certain is that the Syrian people, although wounded, seem ready to claim their right to self-determination and rebuild their future. But at what cost? The challenge will be colossal, and the memory of past suffering will weigh heavily on the shoulders of the next generation.