Steven Heydemann
Director of the Middle East Studies Program at Smith College and longtime Middle East analyst; provides expert commentary on Syrian politics, security transitions, and regional dynamics.
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Mar 28, 2026 • 32min
Lawfare Archive: The New Syrian Government and Its Problems
Steven Heydemann, director of Smith College’s Middle East Studies Program and longtime analyst, offers a brisk tour of Syria’s sudden political transition. He breaks down Ahmed al-Shara’s power grab and comparisons to Erdogan-style rule. He discusses deadly communal violence, the al-Shara-Kurd deal, Turkey’s aims in the north, Israeli interventions, and the U.S. sanctions dilemma.
Dec 11, 2024 • 33min
Reimagining Syria's Future and What It Means for the World
Steven Heydemann, a Middle East studies expert from Smith College, joins a panel of insights to discuss Syria's transformative journey after Bashar Al Assad's regime. They explore the emotional mix of hope and uncertainty among Syrians. The conversation highlights the challenging geopolitical landscape shaped by regional powers like Iran and Turkey, as well as the rise of HTS. There's a critical look at the potential for new uprisings in the Arab world and the implications for U.S. foreign policy and humanitarian aid.
