As Britain debates extending airstrikes into Syria, this article looks at some of the questions about the moderate Syrian opposition. Of those who are ideologically
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Terrorism in the Age of Twitter -The New Yorker
In his influential 2004 book, “Globalized Islam: The Search for a New Ummah,” the French political scientist Olivier Roy pointed out that what he termed
The Kurdish Predicament in Syria: Balancing Russia, Turkey and the United States -Jamestown Foundation
An interesting discussion of the Syrian Kurd’s strategic environment now that Russia has began its bombing campaign. “Despite the good Russian-Kurdish diplomatic contacts, it is
After a U.S. Shift, Iran Has a Seat at Talks on War in Syria -New York Times
Iran’s participation also appeared to signal how Iran is emerging from decades of American-imposed marginalization. Only two years ago, it was disinvited from joining Syrian
The Battle for Syria Who Has Gained Ground in Syria Since Russia Began Its Airstrikes New York Times
A very detailed overview of the shifting battle lines in Syria, updated to include recent changes since Russia began its bombing campaign.
Bashar al-Assad Finds Chilly Embrace in Moscow Trip -New York Times
From a distance, the relationship between patron and client states seems simple. The patron, usually a super-power like the US or at least a major
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