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God is speaking about Israel.
Will they not return to the land of Egypt?
This question means that the nation of Israel will once again be slaves as they were in Egypt. (UDB) (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion)
Will Assyria not rule over them because they refuse to return to me?
The nation of Israel will be captives of Assyria as a result of their refusal to remain faithful to Yahweh. (UDB) (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-rquestion)
the sword will fall on their cities
The sword represents the enemies of Israel and they will destroy their cities (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche)
but no one will help them
No one will be allowed to help Israel at this point, because the people have turned away from Yahweh.