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Who is behind the new Syria war flare-up?
The interplay of external forces mirrors broader trends of rivalry among major powers, increasing the likelihood of a large-scale conflict Continue reading
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Bellingcat funded by US and UK intelligence contractors that aided extremists in Syria
Supposedly “independent” website Bellingcat raked in money from scandal-ridden Western intelligence firms that wreaked havoc – and reaped massive profits – in Syria. Continue reading
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US-Israel Predictably Behind Turkish Aggression in Syria
(Tony Cartalucci – NEO) – Turkey’s ongoing fighting in northern Syria’s Idlib governorate was – from the beginning of recent escalations – clearly a continuation of Washington’s wider now 9 year-long proxy war against Damascus. Continue reading
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Which target after Syria? by Thierry Meyssan
Events in the “Broader Middle East” since 2001 have followed a relentless logic. The current question is whether the time has come for a new war in Turkey or Saudi Arabia. The answer depends in particular on the resumption of hostilities in Libya. It is in this context that the Additional Protocol negotiated by Presidents… Continue reading
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Guilty until proven innocent (again): UN report on alleged Russian ‘war crimes’ in Syria is based on ‘We Say So’ & unnamed sources
A UN-mandated report, which accuses Russia of war crimes in Syria, heavily relies on anonymous sources and lacks evidence, but also smacks of deliberate disinformation that is halting the eradication of terrorism in Idlib. Continue reading
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Putin saves Erdogan from himself
At the start of their discussion marathon in Moscow on Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan with arguably the most extraordinary diplomatic gambit of the young 21st century. Continue reading
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Syria – Another Ceasefire In Idleb – Erdogan Loses On All Points
President Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey and President Vladimir Putin of Russia met today in Moscow. They had a 160 minute long talk under 4 eyes and another round with their relevant staff. The parties agreed on a new ceasefire in Idleb governorate. Continue reading
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Empires of the steppes fuel Erdogan Khan’s dreams
The latest installment of the interminable Syria tragedy could be interpreted as Greece barely blocking a European “invasion” by Syrian refugees. The invasion was threatened by President Erdogan even as he refused the EU’s puny “offer you can refuse” bribe of only one billion euros. Continue reading
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1 March 2020: Turkey vs Syria SITREP
March 2020 — The Saker by Scott for the Saker Blog Continue reading
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Did Turkey Just Sacrifice Their Own Troops to Protect Al-Qaeda?
After 33 Turkish troops were killed in a Syrian army offensive on February 27 amidst the current Russia-backed campaign to liberate Idlib, Erdogan responded by laying the blame entirely on Russia and Syria – successfully avoiding all mention of the uncomfortable fact that Turkey has been protecting radical terror networks not only in Idlib but… Continue reading
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Turkish Sultan-In-Chief Goes Wild, Threatens Putin, Claims Thousands Of Syrian Troops Were Killed
Erdogan claimed that the operation in Idlib is not a gamble and is not an attempt to expand Turkish border. The Turkish President added that Turkish forces entered the region under a request from the “Syrian people” (i.e. al-Qaeda terrorists that use civilians as human shields) and Turkey will not leave the area until the… Continue reading
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Turkey: Why is the ‘Sick Man of Europe’ itching in Syria?
If Turkey’s Erdogan had some ‘neo-Ottoman’ dreams, they seem to have been almost fully shattered by the fast-pace Russia-Syria offensive in norther Syria and recovery of the territory hitherto being controlled by the so-called ‘rebel’ forces, including those being funded by Turkey ever since the beginning of the ‘civil-war’ in Syria. An analysis of the… Continue reading
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Ankara has Shot Itself in the Foot in Syria
Recently, Ankara has crossed the line by transforming its supposed anti-terrorist operation in Syria into a full-fledged invasion. Essentially, it wouldn’t stop in spite of Moscow’s repeated attempts to talk some sense into its partner and the repeated warnings voiced by Damascus. In fact, Ankara has been answering attempts at pursuing deescalation in Syria by… Continue reading
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Syria – Army Moves To Liberate M4 Highway – Turkish Russian Standoff Continues
Mark Summers QC, arguing for Julian Assange’s legal defense, spent the second day of Assange’s extradition hearing at Woolwich Crown Court thoroughly debunking two key allegations the US government makes against Assange in its extradition request. The US has alleged that Assange attempted to help Manning conceal her identity, and it has alleged that Assange… Continue reading
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Erdogan requests talks on Syria
February 2020 was an unfortunate period in Turkey’s policy towards Syria. A powerful offensive by the Syrian government army in the Idlib province entailed the capture of almost half of the province’s territory and control establishment over the international Damascus-Aleppo highway. At least four of Turkey’s largest observation posts found themselves deep in Syrian-controlled areas. Continue reading
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Four-Way Summit On Idlib Signals Turkey’s Inability To Turn Military Threats Into Reality
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan confirmed his intention to meet with the leaders of Russia and France Vladimir Putin and Emmanuel Macron, as well as German Chancellor Angela Merkel, on March 5th in Istanbul to discuss the situation in Idlib. Continue reading
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Russia warns Turkey against rash moves in Idlib By M.K. Bhadrakumar
Moscow has taken with a pinch of salt Turkish President Recep Erdogan’s statement on Wednesday that a Turkish incursion into the northwestern Syrian province of Idlib is imminent. Continue reading
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As Usual, Western Media Grossly Distort Syria’s Conflict
Western news media are once again distorting the conflict in Syria with lopsided coverage this week, claiming to focus their concern on a humanitarian crisis in the northwest of the country. Continue reading
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Syria – Turkey’s Bluff Is Called – Media Opposition Sources Run By British Intelligence
Russia has called Turkey’s bluff of a wide ranging attack on Syrian government forces. The Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan will now have to find a way out of the Idleb trap he set himself in. His excellent Syria adventure is coming to an end. Continue reading
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Policy of Self-Destruction: Turkey Supplies Syrian Fighters with Military Equipment
Amid a surge in military operations in Idlib governorate, Turkey has been gradually escalating military provocations, creating obstacles to the advance of the Syrian Arab Army. Currently, Ankara decided to not even try to hide the fact that it funds and supplies terrorist organizations and controlled armed groups. Continue reading
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