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The aftermath of this collapse leaves the Syrian Arab Army largely disbanded or in disarray. Much of the equipment and forces captured by rebels include tanks and other military hardware, mostly originating from the south or the north. Reports suggest that very few remnants of a cohesive Syrian military remain, especially in key regions like the northeast and Assad's homeland in the northwest.
This disintegration raises concerns about what kind of military force, if any, will remain or be reconstructed under the upcoming government. Drawing parallels with Iraq post-Saddam Hussein, analysts predict a potential decimation or severe weakening of the Syrian military infrastructure, leaving the regime heavily dependent on external militias and paramilitary forces.