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The success of the opposition is partly attributed to the distractions faced by Assad’s main allies, including Russia, Iran, and Hezbollah. These key players have found themselves preoccupied with internal issues and conflicts elsewhere, allowing opposition forces to seize control more effectively. In Hama, however, the Assad Army, bolstered by a substantial increase in pay for soldiers and strategic Russian air support, is putting up significant resistance against the opposition.