Civilians among hundreds killed in Syria while government forces battle fighters loyal to the deposed Assad regime. President Ahmed al-Sharaa promises accountability for anyone attacking civilians; the UN envoy expresses alarm. What's the risk of escalation?

In this episode: 

• Marie Forestier, Senior Adviser, European Institute of Peace.
• Ammar Kahf, Executive Director, Omran Center for Strategic Studies.
• Hind Kabawat, Professor of Conflict Resolution, George Mason University.

Host: Adrian Finighan

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