Welcome to week thirteen of Syria in Context. As the Astana guarantors continue their talks in Sochi, the southern Syria offensive winds down.

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In this issue we’re tackling:

• Week In Review

• Looking Ahead

• Key Reads

• Alert: Local Council Election Nominations Open

• Backgrounder: Druze Politics

• Miscellaneous: Ke…