Syria

After almost 14 years of war, during which the hope of returning home was all but extinguished for most of the 12 million Syrian refugees, the sudden fall of dictator Bashar al-Assad has triggered euphoria – not only in Syria, but also in neighbouring countries and around the world.

Dr. André Bank and Dastan Jasim shed light on the political situation in Syria and Turkey following the massive earthquake that shook the region on 6 February. The GIGA’s Middle East researchers provide background information and recommendations regarding the provision of humanitarian aid.

Dr. Marika Sosnowski wins prize of the Syrian Studies Association for her work on ceasefires in Syria. The committee of the Syrian Studies Association argues their decision as follows “... her work is clearly framed and deeply rooted in the Syrian context, with methodological and practical policy implications of relevance beyond Syria.”

Opposition rebel groups have overthrown the Assad dictatorship in a very short space of time. GIGA expert Dr André Bank explains how this came about, what goals they are pursuing and what this means for Syria.

After almost 14 years of war, during which the hope of returning home was all but extinguished for most of the 12 million Syrian refugees, the sudden fall of dictator Bashar al-Assad has triggered euphoria – not only in Syria, but also in neighbouring countries and around the world.

Dr. André Bank and Dastan Jasim shed light on the political situation in Syria and Turkey following the massive earthquake that shook the region on 6 February. The GIGA’s Middle East researchers provide background information and recommendations regarding the provision of humanitarian aid.

Dr. Marika Sosnowski wins prize of the Syrian Studies Association for her work on ceasefires in Syria. The committee of the Syrian Studies Association argues their decision as follows “... her work is clearly framed and deeply rooted in the Syrian context, with methodological and practical policy implications of relevance beyond Syria.”