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U.S. President-elect Joe Biden and his top nominees have already signaled a dramatic shift in U.S. policy in the Middle East
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Continue readingHow the U.S. Just Swung Right Back into the Geopolitical Contest for Syria
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Continue readingHow Turkey Scored the American Green Light to Occupy an Area in Syria the Size of Greece
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Continue readingThe Puzzling Logic Behind Trump’s Sudden Syrian Troop Withdrawal
Trump has tossed the ball right back into Erdogan’s court, and given Putin a headache.
Continue readingWhat to Expect from Turkey’s Coming Invasion of Syria
Erdogan’s government is preparing to enter Syria for a major military operation against the SDF.
Continue readingOnly the Coalition of the Foolish Wants a War With Iran
If you want to identify the most reckless powers in our world today, look no further than Israel, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States of America.
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Twenty percent of US arms sales go to Saudi Arabia.
Continue readingThere’s at Least One More Ugly Battle Brewing in Syria
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Continue readingCould Turkey Trigger the Next Global Financial Crisis?
Enormous debt coupled with a vicious attack on the local economy has pushed Turkey toward the precipice.
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