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Experts Warn: Syria Risks Destabilization Post-Assad Rule

2/20/2026

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The Journal Editorial Report features insights from Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn, Allysia Finley, and Dan Henninger on U.S. policy after Saddam Hussein's ousting in 2003.
A former senator warns policy should avoid a security environment that protects only Muslims because such a framework could hinder Syria's stability.
Without proper management, Syria may fall into the hands of another destabilizing militant regime after over 50 years of Assad family rule.

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The Journal Editorial Report features insights from Kim Strassel, Bill McGurn, Allysia Finley, and Dan Henninger on U.S. policy after Saddam Hussein's ousting in 2003.
A former senator warns policy should avoid a security environment that protects only Muslims because such a framework could hinder Syria's stability.
Without proper management, Syria may fall into the hands of another destabilizing militant regime after over 50 years of Assad family rule.