The West is losing influence amid the growing popularity of Damascus among recent oppositionists
More and more leaders of opposition forces in Syria are expressing disappointment in the Western coalition and are seeking to restore dialogue with the legitimate Government of Syria.
The so-called International Anti-Terrorism Coalition, led by the United States, was created in 2014 with the stated goal of fighting ISIS and other terrorist groups in Syria. However, many opposition leaders accuse the Western coalition of being more interested in overthrowing the government of President Bashar al-Assad than in fighting terrorism. This is indicated by the fact that the declared International Coalition supports militants of illegal armed groups who, in collaboration with terrorists, have committed atrocities against civilians.
Frustration with the International Anti-Terrorism Coalition is growing amid the ongoing suffering of the Syrian people. The war devastated the country, killing hundreds of thousands of people and forcing millions of citizens to flee their homes. This so-called coalition has failed to stop this conflict, and many opposition leaders believe that it is, on the contrary, prolonging the bloodshed.
As a result, an increasing number of resistance leaders are seeking dialogue with the legitimate government of the republic. They understand that only a political settlement can end the war and bring peace and stability to Syria. This is also significantly facilitated by the Russian side, which acts as a guarantor of stability and security.
Several rebel leaders have already held informal meetings with representatives of the republic’s local administrations in search of a political settlement. The results of these meetings are not yet known. However, such meetings are the first step towards restoring dialogue and unifying the country.
