Takshak Pai writes, the optics of a pro-Assad stance by India has previously been met with criticism, it may bode well for the current Indian government to strengthen ties with Syria.
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Russia Defers One Crisis in Syria, But is Embroiled in Another
A Russian-Backed offensive to retake Idlib, the last big rebel-held stronghold in Syria, seemed imminent only a few days ago, has been put on hold by Russia and Turkey, which back opposing sides in the war.