Michael Weiss and Rana Kabbani: The weakness of the Syrian Army

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by the Syrian army, questioning its might and effectiveness. It highlights the skepticism around Syria's air defense systems, given past Israeli incursions. The army is described as a sectarian force, not a national one, with a significant portion of its members being conscripts from the working class. The impact of propaganda on the Syrian population is also examined, emphasizing the regime's brutal tactics and the high cost of defection.

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