"Today marks one year since the regime of longtime dictator Bashar al-Assad was overthrown in Syria. The World caught up with Syrians to hear their perspectives as they reflect on the past. Also, the 2025 US National Security Strategy, unveiled late Thursday, has reignited fears of US 'gunboat diplomacy' in Latin America. And, despite aggressive immigration enforcement activities in the US - both in courts and on the streets - applications for asylum are at an all-time high."
"Plus, an ancient boat discovered off the coast of Alexandria matches descriptions of what were known in Queen Cleopatra's time as "pleasure boats." Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices"
One year after Bashar al-Assad's regime was overthrown, Syrians are reflecting on losses, changes, and the future. The 2025 US National Security Strategy, unveiled late Thursday, has reignited fears of US 'gunboat diplomacy' in Latin America, raising regional concern about renewed military and political pressure. Despite aggressive immigration enforcement actions in US courts and on the streets, applications for asylum have reached an all-time high, indicating persistent migration drivers. An ancient boat discovered off the coast of Alexandria matches descriptions of vessels known in Queen Cleopatra's time as pleasure boats, offering new archaeological insight into royal-era maritime life.
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