A very thorough analysis of this conflict, a meticulous presentation of strengths and interests, an explanation of catastrophic mistakes of Western and French diplomacy in particular. A book to read for anyone who wants a better understanding of this conflict, one can only regret may be descriptive side of the conflict and the lack of preparation on the possible outcomes of this war even if it is not the subject of the book. In sum stimulating reading angelic far right of the analyzes and rightists without falling into the "Assadphilie" of some.