Relations Flashcards
Syria
Egypt
Enemies.
While former president Morsi supported the terrorists fighting in Syria, new rulers have opposed outside military intervention.
Syria
al-Qaeda
Enemies.
al-Qaeda supports the fight against Assad’s regime though local affiliate Jabhat al-Nusra.
Syria
Hamas
Enemies
In 2012, Hamas cut ties with Assad’s regime and decided to back the rebels. Hamas has moved its headquarters from Syria to Qatar.
Syria
Hezbollah
Friends
Hezbollah has been fighting for Assad’s army.
Syria
Iran
Friends.
Iran has provided billions in aid to Assad’s regime.
Syria
Iraq
Friends
Nouri al-Maliki has offered support to Assad.
Syria
ISIS
Enemies
ISIS is committed to Assad’s overthrow. Assad’s military avoided attacking ISIS for months as it gained strength in Eastern Syria in order to further divide the rebel movement. Syrian planes have begun attacking ISIS within Iraq.
Syria
Israel
Enemies.
Israel has carried out airstrikes on Syria.
Syria
PLO
It’s complicated.
Abbas condemned Assad for attacking Palestinian refugee neighborhoods. PLO has remained neutral in the conflict.
Syria
Saudi Arabia
Enemies
Saudi Arabia is peaceful with the U.S. and Israel.
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Qatar have been sending terrorists into Syria to take advantage of the fragile situation.
Syria
Turkey
Enemies
Turkey has been sending terrorists into Syria.
Syria
US
Enemies
US has condemned Assad, threatened airstrikes, imposed sanctions, etc.
