Gordian Knot of the Syrian Conflict

The Syrian conflict developing at least at three levels - local, regionally and globally, there is the Gordian knot that is associated from the complex interplay of opposing forces for influence in Syria, the Middle East and the global world. The truth is the strength or power of the truth? That is the question of modern geopolitics! In one version of Gordian knot of the problem was solved by Alexander the Great by force: instead of unraveling, the general cut of his sword. The priests interpreted that: «He will conquer the world! But the sword, not diplomacy». Similarly, in the Syrian conflict, much will be determined by the correlation of forces of the warring parties, depending on the size of the controlled area. However, there is another version of the solution to the problem Gordian knot. According to the story Aristobulus «Alexander managed to solve the problem and release the yoke by removing the front end of the drawbar hook - so-called “Gestor”, which is secured jugular belt». Obviously, «gestor» «Syrian yoke» is to mobilize the government and the opposition forces against LIH - a common enemy of the Syrian people, the preparation and adoption of the Constitution, taking into account the interests of all religious communities and ethnic groups.Do not judge who is right, because violence feeds on the energy of righteousness, being introduced to the masses for her well-being. Should argue about what to do to ensure peace on the Syrian soil. Finally you can untangle any knots because we are tying their own.

Syrian conflict, religious and political conflict, the Middle East, Russia, Assad, Turkey, Qatar, opposition, IGIL, the Gordian knot

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