This essay will deal with the ongoing violent conflict in Syria, generally known as the Syrian Civil War. Being one of the most discussed and impactful conflicts of the last decade or so, the Syrian Civil War is undoubtedly worthy of an analysis from the perspective of the field of International Studies.
The conflict in Syria, which has marked its fifth anniversary in March 2016, has quickly become a global political battleground for two superpowers, Russia and the United States. The involvement of the two world leaders in the conflict has also brought high level of coverage of the conflict, both in scholarly and popular literature.
The global importance of this conflict and the amount of material on the topic have both given more than enough reason for the Syrian Civil War to be selected as the primary focus of the essay. Furthermore, the essay will specifically focus on two main issues: first, it will focus on the emergence of the conflict and the key actors involved in it, and second, the essay will try to describe some of the major (and often devastating)effects the conflict has had on both the country of Syria and its neighboring countries, including the continent of Europe.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Purpose/Focus of the essay
- Thesis statement/Central argument
- Organization of major sections of the essay
- Basic facts of the conflict
- Emergence and evolution
- Actors
- Commentary on the effects of the conflict
- Effects of the conflict on the country
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay explores the Syrian Civil War, aiming to provide a comprehensive analysis of its emergence, key actors, and devastating consequences. It seeks to understand the transformation of a once stable country into a conflict-ridden state and examine the multifaceted impact of the conflict on both Syria and its neighbors. The essay specifically focuses on the refugee crisis as a primary consequence.
- Emergence and evolution of the Syrian Civil War
- Key actors involved in the conflict
- Social and economic effects of the conflict on Syria
- The impact of the Syrian refugee crisis
- The role of international actors in the conflict
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction sets the stage by outlining the essay's purpose, thesis statement, and organization. It highlights the importance of the Syrian Civil War in the context of International Studies and emphasizes the essay's focus on the causes and consequences of the conflict, particularly the refugee crisis.
The second chapter delves into the basic facts of the conflict, tracing its emergence from protests inspired by the Arab Spring. It outlines the evolution of the conflict, highlighting key events such as the government's crackdown on protesters, the emergence of rebel groups, and the rise of the Islamic State. This chapter also examines the role of major actors, including the Syrian government, rebel groups, and international powers.
The third chapter examines the effects of the conflict on Syria, specifically focusing on the economic and social impact. It describes the decline in GDP, oil production, and employment, as well as the increase in poverty and the devastating loss of human life. The chapter also highlights the scale of the Syrian refugee crisis, both within Syria and in neighboring countries.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The Syrian Civil War, International Studies, refugee crisis, economic impact, social impact, key actors, Syrian government, rebel groups, Islamic State, international intervention.
- Quote paper
- Anonym (Author), 2016, The Emergence and Consequences of the Syrian Civil War, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/378568
