The war in Syria is escalating, not subsiding, as evidenced by recent events. Bashar al-Assad's rule survived the decade-long war due to support from powerful allies such as Russia, Iran, and Lebanese Hezbollah. However, Iran and Hezbollah have been severely weakened by Israel's attacks, and Russia's military power is primarily focused on Ukraine. The war in Syria may have dropped out of headline news, but it is far from over, with unfinished business still remaining.