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Geopolitical Economy Report
Extremist 'rebels' in Syria say they 'love Israel'. USA tries to weaken Middle East Resistance Axis
Dec 4, 2024
In this discussion, the U.S. arms and trains militant groups in Syria, revealing a tangled web of alliances. Extremist rebels, surprisingly, express their affection for Israel, complicating narratives around the conflict. The podcast delves into how the U.S. seeks to weaken the anti-colonial Axis of Resistance, using Israel as a tactical asset. It unveils shocking admissions about supporting Al-Qaeda and ISIS, showcasing the dark intricacies of geopolitics in the region. Lastly, it highlights the continuous U.S. interventions and their impact on regional stability.
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- The U.S. has invested heavily in arming Syrian rebel groups linked to extremist organizations like al-Qaeda and ISIS.
- Pro-U.S. media misrepresentation frames extremist factions as freedom fighters, obscuring their true terrorist affiliations in the Syrian conflict.
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International Involvement in the Syrian War
The Syrian conflict, often mischaracterized as a civil war, is marked by significant international involvement, particularly from the United States and Israel. Following the protests in Syria in 2011, the CIA initiated Operation Timber Sycamore, committing around $1 billion annually to arm and train rebel groups, many of which had ties to extremist organizations like al-Qaeda and ISIS. This substantial financial backing mirrors previous CIA operations, notably Operation Cyclone in Afghanistan, further highlighting the U.S. strategy of supporting factions to destabilize governments allied with Russia. The support provided to these groups led to the emergence of extremist factions within Syria, complicating the situation and prolonging the conflict.
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