16min chapter

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Anne Applebaum & Frank Foer on Syria, The Middle East, and Ukraine

The Al Franken Podcast

CHAPTER

Geopolitical Turmoil: The Kurdish and Syrian Crisis

This chapter examines the intricate Kurdish situation in Turkey and Syria against the backdrop of the Syrian Civil War and shifting geopolitical alliances. It highlights the human cost of the conflict, the role of foreign actors such as the U.S. and Russia, and the challenges facing peace negotiations amidst ongoing tensions. Additionally, the discussion touches on the implications of U.S. military presence in the region and its connection to the broader crisis in Ukraine.

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