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Nov 9, 2023 ·

The recent unrest in the Middle East has been largely caused by the ongoing civil war in Syria, which began in 2011. The conflict has led to countless casualties, displaced people and refugees, and has had a devastating impact on the region as a whole. In 2020, the international community responded with an effort to try to bring the war to an end. Despite a fragile ceasefire between government forces and opposition groups, the situation remains tense.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been a key player in the Syrian conflict. UAE forces have been providing training and equipment to the opposition-backed Syrian National Army, and the country has played a major role in trying to broker a peace deal. However, its efforts have not been successful so far.

In November 2019, a summit was held in Turkey, attended by representatives of the US, Europe, Russia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey. During the summit, the leaders agreed on a framework for a political settlement to the conflict and pledged their commitment to continue working together.

However, despite these diplomatic efforts, the violence continues, with both sides frequently accusing each other of violating the ceasefire. At the same time, the conflict is still creating obstacles to the return of refugees and displaced persons to their homes. To make matters worse, the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the region's economic problems, affecting those living in poverty the most.

The situation is further complicated by the presence of foreign powers such as Russia, Iran and Turkey, who are supporting different sides in the conflict. This means that any resolution will likely require a regional consensus amongst these actors, something that has proven difficult to achieve.

Overall, the Syrian conflict remains as divisive as ever. The international community must continue its efforts to mediate between the different parties involved, while also finding ways to help those affected by it. Unless there is genuine and sustained progress, the Syrian crisis risks becoming even more entrenched in the coming years.