John Bell

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A series of successful wiles and meticulous manoeuvring allowed Russia to become the main architect of Syria’s future.

Opinion by John Bell
Published On 28 Jan 2017
Russian President Putin watches celebrations for City Day in Moscow

Some argued that without his rule, radical Islamists such as ISIL would take over Syria.

Opinion by John Bell
Published On 2 Jan 2017
Assad REUTERS

Like the Ottoman puppet show, Lebanon’s politicians are seen meeting and greeting each other while nothing gets done.

Opinion by John Bell
Published On 14 Sep 2016
Puppet show Turkish Hacivat Karagoz oyunu scene [Getty]
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