World War III is here
New Statesman · 3 Jun 2026

World War III is here

In the beginning, the revolution was not televised. In Damascus in early 2011, small groups of protesters gathered in the ancient souk each Friday. They would wave placards and chant anti-regime sloga


AI Translated Summary:
The article reflects on the onset of the Syrian civil war, highlighting the initial protests against the regime in Damascus. It emphasizes the grassroots nature of the uprising that began in 2011, which has since escalated into a broader conflict.


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