Part 2/8:
Political Overview
The Syrian conflict remains complex and fragmented. Simplistically, we can categorize forces into two main groups: pro-Assad forces and opposition forces. Nevertheless, it is imperative to realize that the opposition is not a unified entity; instead, it is a coalition of various factions with differing agendas and ideologies. Currently, the group leading the assault is Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a faction deeply entrenched in this civil conflict.