Turkey-Syria Border

Turkish-backed Syrian forces expect military operation soon
SNA forces say the fight against the SDF in Tal Rifaat and Manbij is a chance for some of their fighters to return home.
Published On 10 Jun 2022
SDF will turn to Assad if Turkey attacks in Syria
Reports state that Russia and Syrian government forces have bolstered their presence in northern Syria.
Published On 7 Jun 2022
Russia urges Turkey not to launch offensive in northern Syria
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has renewed threats of a military campaign targeting Kurdish ‘terrorists’.
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Turkey says Syria military operation to target Tal Rifaat, Manbij
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says military operation will target two cities controlled by the SDF in northern Syria.
Published On 1 Jun 2022

Bitter winter conditions have compounded the poverty of millions of displaced people in northwest Syria.

Bab al-Hawa crossing serves millions in Idlib, allowing aid passage without going through gov’t channels in Damascus.

Turkish action in areas under Kurdish forces’ control likely to draw a reaction from Russia, US, or both, analysts say.

Growing anti-Syrian refugee sentiment has led many to question the fate of Syrians should the AKP party be voted out.

Turkish foreign minister says the US and Russia have not kept promises to ensure the YPG withdraws from border region.

The Department of the Treasury said sanctions promote accountability for abuses committed against the Syrian people.

War monitor, rescue groups blame gov’t for attacks; death toll one of the highest since last year’s ceasefire.

If the UNSC does not pass a resolution extending aid transfer to northwest Syria, millions will face famine and disease.

The shelling, in an area controlled by Turkey-backed fighters, killed at least 13 people and injured 27.

The aid to public sector workers, soldiers and pensioners comes as Syria’s currency crashes and the cost of fuel soars.

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