Syrian Economy Tumbles as U.S. Sanctions Come Into Effect
Syria’s president Bashar al-Assad has fired the country’s prime minister as the country teeters precariously on the edge of economic ruin.
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The October 2019 Turkish Incursion into Kurdish Syria: Its Background & Broader Implications
The October 2019 Turkish Incursion into Kurdish Syria: Its Background & Broader Implications
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Regional Observers Examine the Impact of COVID-19
Views from the Region
As the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic wreaks havoc throughout the world, perennial regional debates and disagreements seem to dwarf in comparison to the challenges lying ahead. That is not to say they are forgotten.
An Inglorious Revolution: The Syrian Opposition’s Compromises
An Inglorious Revolution: The Syrian Opposition’s Compromises
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Turkish President Visits White House Amid Worsening Relations
Views from the Region
This week, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will visit the U.S. president at the White House. The meeting, which was confirmed only a few days ago, takes place against a worsening U.S.-Turkish relationship and moves by the U.S.
What's Next for the Region Following al-Baghdadi's Death?
Views from the Region
News of the death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, leader of the Islamic State, has sparked debate across the region about the consequences of his demise.
Israelis Express Concerns about U.S. Abandonment of Kurds
Views from the Region
The U.S. withdrawal from Kurdish-controlled Syrian territory continues to impact U.S. allies in the region, as they come to terms with the possibility that the Trump administration may not always be there for them.
Turkish Incursion Along Border with Syria in Full Force Following U.S. Withdrawal
Views from the Region
The announcement and subsequent withdrawal of U.S. troops from the Syrian-Turkish border has caught many by surprise. It has sparked accusations of American betrayal, and even elicited some strong responses from the U.S. president’s allies in Congress.
Turkey's Syria Policy Under Pressure
Views from the Region
The agreement between the United States and Turkey to establish a “peace corridor” or safe zone in northern Syria appears to be holding for the moment. Last month’s agreement envisioned the joint patrolling of the area by both U.S.
What Lies Behind Erdoğan's Heated Rhetoric Against Syria?
Views from the Region
After Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan issued several threats against Kurdish fighters in Syria and reiterated the need for Syrian refugees to return to home, it seems that the worst has been averted.