article author: ANAN TELLO Author: Sat, 2026-05-02 21: 59 LONDON: As Syria’s transitional government deepens ties with Arab Gulf states, it is also quietly trying to dismantle one of the most entrenched legacies of the war — Iran’s military and economic influence. Syria’s partnership with the Gulf countries has been building since late 2024, after a rebel offensive toppled Bashar Assad’s regime. Since then, Saudi Arabia especially has moved to deepen cooperation with the interim government of Ahmad Al-Sharaa. Main category: Middle-East Tags: Fall of Assad Editor’s Choice Syria Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC Special



