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A Shift Towards Diplomacy in Syria
October 24, 2019 It has been two tumultuous weeks starting with President Trump’s decision to withdraw US troops from Syria, immediately followed by the launching of Operation Peace Spring, Vice President Pence’s visit to Ankara on October 17, President Erdoğan’s … Continue reading
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Tagged Erdogan-Putin, Pence in Ankara, Sochi summit, Syrian conflict, Turkish foreign policy, YPG
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The Pause
October 18, 2019 Yesterday, Turkey and the US agreed that the Turkish side will pause Operation Peace Spring in order to allow the withdrawal of YPG from the safe zone within 120 hours. They also concurred that the operation would … Continue reading
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Tagged Syria ceasefire, Turkey's incursion in Syria, Turkish foreign policy, YPG
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Trump’s Decision to Withdraw from Syria
December 22, 2018 President Trump’s decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Syria seems to have surprised even shocked many, particularly in Washington. His brief announcement left many questions unanswered. Had he been a consistent leader steering his administration in close … Continue reading
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Tagged Iran, Middle East, Obama, Russia, Syria pullout, Syrian conflict, Trump, Turkey, Turkish foreign policy, YPG
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