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The rapid advancements of the rebels are not solely consequential for the Assad regime but also resonate beyond Syria's borders. For Turkey and Israel, developments have proved advantageous. Turkey's proxy forces gaining territory in northern Syria increases Ankara's leverage in future negotiations over the conflict's trajectory. For Israel, weakening Assad—who aligns with Iran and Hezbollah—serves to secure its interests in the region, complicating Iran's supply routes to militant factions through Syria.
What Lies Ahead
Predicting the future amidst this complex and fluid situation is challenging, but analysts suggest a few possible scenarios.