This study provides a historical overview on the ruling family in Syria and the role of the Alawite sect that has made this family take over the reins of power, and then it reviews the events happened after March 11, 2012, tackling the sectarian plan and the beginning of its implementation and the regional attitudes (Iran, Russia, Israel, and others) towards this plan. Finally, we conclude by talking about what is required to stop this sectarian plan.
