Andriy Yermak, the head of Zelensky administration, writes for WSJ how Ukraine helped depose Assad and advance the U.S. interests globally.
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His point is indirect. Syria's fall demonstrates that weakening Russia in Ukraine can trigger collapse of Putin's influence in other regions, strengthening U.S. global security and power. 2/
Ukraine's resistance and US support weakened Russia's ability to aid Assad in Syria.
Russia lost estimated 700,000 soldiers, 9,162 tanks, etc They are so stretched so they have no resources to operate elsewhere. 3/
Russia lost estimated 700,000 soldiers, 9,162 tanks, etc They are so stretched so they have no resources to operate elsewhere. 3/
Russia's military bases in Syria (Tartus and Khmeimim) are crucial for projecting power beyond borders and countering NATO.
Putin spent billions propping up Assad regime. Now, his standing there is so much weaker. 4/
Putin spent billions propping up Assad regime. Now, his standing there is so much weaker. 4/
Assad's fall undermines Putin's credibility with other allied despots. Russia and Iran lose strategic position to threaten US interests in region. 5/
Yermak argues for increased US investment in Ukraine's strategic industries to secure long-term peace and mutual benefits. 6/
There are also implications for Africa.
Russia's weakened position in Syria affected its influence in Africa, particularly after US withdrawal from Niger allowed Russian forces to move into region.
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Russia's weakened position in Syria affected its influence in Africa, particularly after US withdrawal from Niger allowed Russian forces to move into region.
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source: wsj.com/opinion/how-uk…
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