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Russia is calling for a post-Soviet-style federatsiya – not federalism – in Syria.
From: Inside Story
Is federalism the answer to the war in Syria?
Federalism is being floated as a possible solution to the conflict in Syria, but both sides have yet to agree.
14 Mar 2016
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