Syria's Turmoil: Assad's Fall and the Future of a Nation

The Syrian army's collapse, leading to the fall of Damascus and the end of Bashar al-Assad's regime, was due to severe demoralization, corruption, and reliance on foreign allies like Iran and Hezbollah, who withdrew support amid escalating regional conflicts. The army, plagued by low morale, poor pay, and rampant corruption, was unable to effectively defend against rebel advances, leading to widespread desertions and the eventual takeover by Islamist rebels.