Although the restoration of Sunni state control and security proved to be a hurdle for the Ba’ath regime, they managed to restore order. In the next decade, Hussein would rely even more on allies of his own family and tribe and those that were loyal to him.
The text describes how the Ba'ath regime faced difficulties in restoring Sunni state control and security, yet ultimately succeeded in establishing order. Over time, Hussein strengthened his alliances with individuals from his own family, tribe, and loyal followers.