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Syria
Unremitting Turkish Attacks Leave Rojava in Peril — and in Need of Solidarity
The future of this experiment is on the line as much of its civilian infrastructure has been destroyed since October.
War Hawks Call for Military Response After Drone Attack on US Troops in Jordan
GOP and Democratic members of Congress called on Biden to respond with strikes inside Iran, which denies involvement.
Journalist: It’s “Most Dangerous Moment” for Middle East I’ve Seen in 20 Years
Military actions by various actors compound fears that Israel’s assault on Gaza is escalating into a regional war.
US Bombs Syria Amid Escalating Fears of Wider Regional Conflagration
President Joe Biden directed airstrikes on two sites the Pentagon claims are used by Iranian forces.
As Ukraine War Rages, US and Russian Operations in Syria Are Escalating Tensions
The nations' proxy battle in Ukraine is causing actual physical altercations on a battlefront thousands of miles away.
Secret Document Reveals US Covered Up Evidence of Civilian Deaths in Syrian Raid
The Pentagon dismissed credible evidence of civilian deaths in a raid then-President Donald Trump called "Impeccable."
New UN Body Will Investigate Disappearances During Syria’s 12-Year Civil War
The Syrian government opposed the resolution, along with Russia, China, Belarus, North Korea, Cuba and Iran.
Erdoğan’s Electoral Victory Imperils Democratic Forces in Turkey
The far right’s ascendance will affect both domestic and foreign policy in Turkey.
A New Report Finds That the “War on Terror” Led to More Than 4.5 Million Deaths
Destruction of key infrastructure, including hospitals and other health care facilities, fueled mortality.
Capitalists Prey on Syria and Turkey Following February Earthquakes
These humanitarian tragedies have become opportunities for rapid growth and high profits for corporate predators.