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In this English lesson, we’ll break down the reactions to the recent Trump vs. Harris debate! You’ll learn advanced vocabulary like *face-to-face, held back, heated back-and-forth, inflation, federal government,* and *fact check*. We'll also explain complex terms such as *sway undecided voters* and *biased*. This lesson is designed for intermediate to advanced English learners and will help you understand and use these words in context. Perfect for improving your English skills while staying informed on current events! 💙 WANT PRIVATE LIVE CHATS AND BONUS ENGLISH? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇺🇸 WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AMERICAN REPUBLICANS AND AMERICAN DEMOCRATS https://youtu.be/MYl1JIAguiQ 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 1. Face-to-face - : Meeting in person, directly talking to someone. - : In last night’s debate, Trump and Harris had a face-to-face discussion about important issues. 2. Held back - : Stopping yourself from saying or doing something harsh out of respect. - : Trump held back his anger when Harris criticized his policies. 3. Tense - : When people feel nervous or worried, making the situation uncomfortable. - : The debate became tense when they talked about immigration. 4. Heated back-and-forth - : A strong argument between people, with lots of disagreement. - : There was a heated back-and-forth between Trump and Harris over health care. 5. Knocking policies - : Criticizing or finding problems with someone’s plans or ideas. - : Harris kept knocking Trump’s policies on the economy. 6. Sway - : To change someone’s opinion or decision. - : Both candidates tried to sway undecided voters by explaining their views. 7. Undecided voters - : People who haven’t decided who they will vote for. - : Undecided voters were watching closely to see who had better answers. 8. Kicked off - : To start something. - : The debate kicked off with questions about inflation. 9. Sparred - : To argue or debate in a strong but controlled way. - : Trump and Harris sparred over the issue of abortion during the debate. 10. Virtually (almost) - : Almost completely. - : Harris said Trump’s plan was virtually impossible to work. 11. Virtually (no in person) - : Online or through video, not in person. - : The debate was live, not held virtually like some events. 12. Inflation - : When the prices of things go up, making it harder to buy them. - : Trump said that inflation is a major problem for families right now. 13. Abortion - : A medical procedure to end a pregnancy. - : Harris and Trump strongly disagreed on abortion during the debate. 14. Federal government - : The national government that makes laws for the whole country. - : Trump said the federal government should handle the economy better. 15. State government - : The government that controls each individual state. - : Harris argued that the state government should have more say on health care. 16. Head to head - : A direct competition between two people. - : Trump and Harris went head to head in the debate about taxes. 17. Southern border - : The border between the U.S. and Mexico. - : Trump promised stricter control at the southern border. 18. Linked (closely related) - : Closely connected to something else. - : Harris said inflation and unemployment are linked. There are website links, but this is different. 19. Putting themselves first - : Thinking of their own needs before others’. - : Harris accused Trump of putting himself first instead of the American people. 20. Biased - : Unfairly preferring one side over another. - : Trump claimed the media was biased against him during the debate. 21. Fact check - : Checking to see if statements are true. - : After the debate, many people wanted to fact check what Trump and Harris said. #EnglishLesson #TrumpHarrisDebate #LearnEnglish #AdvancedVocabulary #CurrentEvents

In this lesson, we'll go over important English terms related to debates, with simplified definitions and example sentences. These terms will help you understand key phrases and expressions as we watch the upcoming debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. We’ll cover words like “shaping up,” “square off,” “crucial,” and “impactful,” to make sure you’re ready for the big event! Perfect for students learning English and wanting to follow political discussions. 💙 WANT PRIVATE LIVE CHATS AND BONUS ENGLISH? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇺🇸 WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AMERICAN REPUBLICANS AND AMERICAN DEMOCRATS https://youtu.be/MYl1JIAguiQ 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 1. Shaping up - : The way something is developing or turning out. - : The debate is shaping up to be very exciting, with both candidates ready to talk about why they are the best. She goes to the gym everyday to get in shape. 2. Anticipated - : Expected or looked forward to. - : The debate is highly anticipated because people want to see what Trump and Harris will say. 3. Square off - : To face each other in a fight or argument. - : Harris and Trump will square off in the debate to discuss their ideas. 4. Perhaps - : Maybe; possibly. - : Perhaps the debate will change how people feel about the candidates. 5. Set the record straight - : To correct false information and tell the truth. - : Trump will try to set the record straight on his policies during the debate. 6. Disastrous - : Very bad or causing harm. - : A disastrous debate performance could hurt a candidate’s chances of winning the election. Disaster is the noun form of disastrous. 7. Upended - : Completely changed or turned upside down. - : The debate could upend the election by changing who people want to vote for. 8. Knock-out blow - : A powerful action or argument that completely defeats someone. - : A strong argument from Harris could deliver a knock-out blow to Trump’s campaign. 9. Sparring - : Arguing or fighting in a light, back-and-forth way. - : The candidates will be sparring over important issues like the economy and health care. 10. Crucial - : Very important. - : The debate is crucial because it could help people decide who to vote for. 11. Essentially - : Basically or mostly. - : Essentially, the debate will show who is better prepared to lead the country. 12. Key swing state - : A state where either candidate could win, making it very important in the election. - : The candidates will try to win support from voters in key swing states like Pennsylvania and Florida. 13. Circumstances - : The conditions or facts that affect a situation. - : Due to the circumstances of the election, this debate is more important than usual. 14. Impactful - : Having a strong effect on something. - : The debate will be impactful in helping voters decide who they trust more. 15. Debate - : A discussion where two people talk about different ideas and try to prove their point. - : In the debate, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will argue about important issues like the economy and health care. 16. Opponent - : The person you are arguing or competing against. - : Kamala Harris will speak about her ideas, and Donald Trump, her opponent, will share his. 17. Moderator - : The person who asks questions and controls the debate. - : The moderator will ask questions and make sure both Harris and Trump have time to answer. 18. Policies - : Plans or ideas a leader has about how to run a country. - : They will talk about their policies, such as what they plan to do about taxes and jobs.

Join us as we break down a recent news story involving a planned attack on a Jewish neighborhood in New York City. In this video, we'll explain 18 important terms from the report, including ‘alleged,’ ‘propaganda,’ and ‘Hasidic Jews,’ to help English learners improve their vocabulary and understanding of current events. Perfect for ELL students, we’ll provide simple definitions and examples to make these challenging words easier to grasp. 💙 WANT PRIVATE LIVE CHATS AND BONUS ENGLISH? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 1. Disturbing - : Something that makes you feel upset or worried. - : The news about the planned attack was very disturbing to many people. 2. Busted - : Caught by the police or in trouble for doing something wrong. - : The man was busted at the Canadian border trying to enter the U.S. 3. Alleged - : Accused of doing something wrong, but not proven yet. - : The man allegedly planned to attack a Jewish center in New York. 4. High Holy Days - : Important religious holidays for Jewish people. - : The suspect wanted to time his attack during the Jewish High Holy Days. 5. Massacre - : A brutal and violent killing of many people. - : The authorities stopped a potential massacre that could have happened in New York. 6. Inflict - : To cause harm or damage. - : He wanted to inflict harm on Jewish people during his attack. 7. Maximum - : The largest or highest possible amount. - : If convicted, he could face a maximum of 20 years in prison. 8. Densely Populated - : An area with a lot of people living close together. - : The attack was planned in a densely populated part of Brooklyn. 9. Hasidic Jews - : A group of Jewish people who follow strict religious customs. - : He specifically targeted Hasidic Jews in his plan. 10. Watchful Eye - : Paying careful attention to something. - : The authorities kept a watchful eye on his online activities. 11. Deployed - : Sent to a place for a special purpose, like soldiers or police officers. - : Police were deployed to the area to ensure safety. 12. Unsealed - : Made public or opened, especially in a legal case. - : The court unsealed the documents that explained the charges against him. 13. Reposted - : Shared something again online. - : The man reposted violent messages from Islamic State on social media. 14. Propaganda - : Information that tries to make people believe something, but doesn’t tell the whole truth. - : He shared propaganda from the Islamic State to gain support for his plans. 15. Undercover - : Working secretly. Police officers do this, pretending to be someone else. - : The man discussed his plans with undercover officers who pretended to be his friends. 16. Allegedly - : Something that is claimed to be true but hasn’t been proven yet. - : He allegedly shared photos of the place where he wanted to carry out the attack. 17. Specifically - : Referring to something in a detailed or exact way. - : He specifically targeted a Jewish community center in Brooklyn. 18. Yom Kippur - : One of the most important Jewish holidays, known as the Day of Atonement. - : He considered launching the attack on Yom Kippur, a sacred day for Jewish people.

In this lesson, we explore 18 important English vocabulary terms related to the recent tragic news from Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia, where a 14-year-old gunman killed two teachers and two students. This video is designed specifically for English language learners (ELLs) who have been learning English for about two years. 💙 WANT PRIVATE LIVE CHATS AND BONUS ENGLISH? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 Be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more lessons on important news events to improve your English skills! #EnglishLesson #ELL #EnglishVocabulary #NewsLesson #GeorgiaSchoolShooting #learnenglish 1. Eyewitness - : A person who sees something happen and can describe it. - : An eyewitness saw the gunman enter the school before the shooting started. 2. Georgia - : A state in the southeastern part of the United States. - : The tragic event happened at Apalachee High School in Georgia. 3. Wounding - : Hurting someone, usually causing a cut or injury. - : The gunman shot at several people, wounding some before police arrived. 4. Several - : More than two, but not a lot; a few. - : Several students tried to escape when they heard the gunshots. 5. Frustration - : A feeling of being upset because something is difficult or not going well. - : Many parents expressed frustration with the school for not having better security. 6. On their radar - : Something someone is aware of or paying attention to. - : The troubled student had been on the school’s radar for some time due to his behavior. 7. Advanced warning - : You know something before something happens. - : Unfortunately, there was no advanced warning of the attack. 8. Advanced English - : A higher level of learning the English language. - : Some students in the advanced English class were present when the shooting occurred. 9. Hard lockdown - : A serious lockdown where no one is allowed to leave their rooms or the building. - : The school went into a hard lockdown after the first shots rang out. 10. Drill (tool) - : A tool used to make holes. - : The maintenance team uses a drill to fix things in the school. 11. Drill (practice) - : A practice activity to prepare for an emergency. - : The students had practiced a lockdown drill just last month. 12. Terrifying - : Very scary or frightening. - : The sound of gunfire in the hallways was terrifying for everyone in the school. 13. Rang out - : To make a loud sound, especially for a long distance. - : The gunshots rang out across the school, sending everyone into panic. 14. Duck (animal) - : A water bird with a flat beak. - : After school, some students saw a duck swimming in the nearby pond. 15. Duck (get down) - : To bend down quickly to avoid something. - : The teacher told the students to duck under their desks when the shooting started. You could also say that they crouched behind their desks. 16. Flipping tables - : Turning tables over quickly, usually in anger or panic. - : Some students were flipping tables to create barricades during the chaos. 17. Barricade (verb) - : To block something off so people cannot get in or out. - : They barricaded the door with desks and chairs to stop the shooter from entering. 18. Barricade (noun) - : Something used to block people or things from entering an area. - : The barricade kept the classroom safe until the police arrived.

Israel Attacks Hezbollah 💙 WANT PRIVATE LIVE CHATS AND BONUS ENGLISH? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 ☀️ For the rest of the summer, I am offering private conversations. Click here for more information: https://americanenglishwithbrent.as.me/ 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 1. Hezbollah: A group in Lebanon that fights against Israel and has strong beliefs. : Hezbollah has said they might join the fighting in Gaza. 2. Hamas: A group that controls Gaza and fights against Israel. : Hamas is involved in the conflict with Israel in Gaza. 3. Preemptive: Doing something before the other side does it to stop them. : Israel launched a preemptive attack to stop Hamas from striking first. 4. Militant Group: A group that uses force or violence to fight for their beliefs. : Hamas and Hezbollah are both militant groups fighting against Israel. 5. Avenge: To hurt someone in return for something bad they did. : Hezbollah said they would avenge the deaths of people in Gaza. 6. Commander: A leader of a group, especially in the military. : The commander of Hamas made a statement about the ongoing battle. 7. All-Out War: A full and intense conflict with no limits. : Some fear that the fighting in Gaza could lead to an all-out war. 8. Draw In: To make other people or groups join in. : The conflict in Gaza could draw in more countries from the region. 9. Heavy Exchange of Fire: A lot of shooting back and forth between two sides. : There was a heavy exchange of fire between Israeli forces and Hamas in Gaza. 10. Arab: People from the Middle East and North Africa who share a common culture and language. : Many Arab countries are watching the situation in Gaza closely. 11. Mediators: People who help two sides talk to stop fighting. : Egypt is acting as one of the mediators to bring peace to Gaza. 12. Broker (as a verb): To arrange or make a deal between two sides. : The United Nations is trying to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. 13. Ceasefire: An agreement to stop fighting for a time. : Many people are calling for a ceasefire in Gaza to help the civilians. Hezbollah and Hamas are both Islamist militant organizations, but they operate in different regions, have different origins, and differ in some of their goals and strategies. Gaza Strip - : The Gaza Strip is a small piece of land along the Mediterranean Sea. It is where many Palestinians live, and Hamas, a group that controls the area, operates from there. - : Hamas is based in the Gaza Strip, where they control the government and have conflicts with Israel. West Bank - : The West Bank is another area where many Palestinians live. It is near the Jordan River, and it is often in the news because of the conflicts between Israelis and Palestinians. - : Unlike Hamas in the Gaza Strip, Hezbollah is not active in the West Bank, as they are based in Lebanon.

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Yesterday, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. dropped out of the race for president, and he endorsed former President Donald Trump. In this English lesson, you will learn about American politics, American history, advanced vocabulary, English idioms, and those pesky English phrasal verbs. 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 ☀️ For the rest of the summer, I am offering private conversations. Click here for more information: https://americanenglishwithbrent.as.me/ 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 Who is RFK Jr.? Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) is an American lawyer and environmental activist. He is known for being critical of vaccines and promoting conspiracy theories, which has made him a controversial figure. RFK Jr. is the son of Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) and the nephew of President John F. Kennedy (JFK). Environmental Activist: An environmental activist is a person who works to protect the environment and fights against pollution and other problems that harm nature. RFK Jr. is a well-known environmental activist who speaks out about climate change. Comes with Some Baggage: The phrase “comes with some baggage” means that a person has a past that could cause problems or make people think badly about them. RFK Jr. supporting Trump comes with some baggage because both have done or said things in the past that some people do not like. Controversial: The word "controversial" describes something that people have strong opinions about, either liking it a lot or really disliking it. RFK Jr. is a controversial figure because some people agree with his ideas, while many others strongly disagree. Who is JFK? John F. Kennedy (JFK) was the 35th President of the United States, serving from 1961 until he was assassinated in 1963. He is well-known for his speeches and leadership during the Cold War and the Cuban Missile Crisis. JFK was the older brother of Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) and the uncle of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.). Who is RFK? Robert F. Kennedy (RFK) was a U.S. Attorney General and Senator who played a key role in civil rights and fighting organized crime in the 1960s. He was a close advisor to his brother, President John F. Kennedy (JFK). RFK was assassinated while running for president in 1968. Third-Party Candidate: A third-party candidate is someone who runs for president but is not from one of the two main political parties (Democratic or Republican). Example Sentence: In the 2024 election, some voters supported a third-party candidate instead of choosing between the main parties. Never Trumper: A "Never Trumper" is a person, usually a Republican, who is strongly against Donald Trump and refuses to support him. Example Sentence: Even though they are Republicans, some people call themselves Never Trumpers because they don’t agree with Trump’s views.

President Biden, Former Presidents Obama and Clinton, and Vice President Harris will all speak at the Democratic National Convention. In this English lesson, we will watch a news clip about protests about abortion rights and freedom in Palestine outside of the DNC. Delegate: A person chosen to represent others at the convention. Nominee: The person chosen by the party to run for President. 1. Made their way - : To move or go toward a place. - : Protesters made their way to Union Park to join the rally supporting Palestinian liberation. 2. Make their voices heard - : To express opinions or concerns loudly and clearly so that others notice. - : Activists gathered to make their voices heard on keeping abortion rights legal during the DNC. 3. Union Park - : A public park in Chicago often used for large gatherings and events. - : The protest at Union Park attracted hundreds of people demanding reproductive rights. 4. Rally - : A large public meeting, especially for a political cause or protest. - : The reproductive rights rally drew a big crowd of supporters at the DNC. 5. Breathing a sigh of relief - : Feeling less worried or stressed after something improves or turns out well. - : People in Chicago were breathing a sigh of relief when the protests were kept peaceful. 6. Get underway - : To start or begin something. - : The DNC gets underway tonight in Chicago. 7. Reproductive rights rally - : People getting together, raising awareness for the need to protect women’s rights to legal abortions. - : The reproductive rights rally was one of the largest events during the protests at the DNC. 8. Out in full force - : Present in large numbers. - : Protesters were out in full force, demanding that the DNC take a stand on keeping abortion legal. 9. Lining - : Standing or forming a line along a place. - : Protesters were lining the streets outside the DNC, holding signs for Palestinian liberation. 10. Coalition - : A group of people or organizations working together for a common cause. - : The protest was organized by a coalition of groups supporting both reproductive rights and Palestinian liberation. 11. Comprised - : Made up of or including specific parts or members. - : The protest was comprised of people from various backgrounds, all united for a common cause. 12. Liberation - : The act of gaining freedom and rights, especially from oppression. - : The protesters chanted for the liberation of oppressed people in Palestine. 13. Oppressed - : Treated unfairly and cruelly, especially by those in power. - : The speakers at the rally highlighted the voices of the oppressed, urging the DNC to support their cause.

In this live American English lesson, you will learn 21 different ways to talk about sleep in English. 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 ☀️ For the rest of the summer, I am offering private conversations. Click here for more information: https://americanenglishwithbrent.as.me/ 💙 WANT PRIVATE LIVE CHATS AND BONUS ENGLISH? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇺🇸 WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AMERICAN REPUBLICANS AND AMERICAN DEMOCRATS https://youtu.be/MYl1JIAguiQ How to Talk About Sleep in English 1. Drowsy Feeling sleepy or tired. After a long day at school, I felt very drowsy and wanted to take a nap. Taking medicine may cause you to feel drowsy. 2. Doze off To fall asleep, often unintentionally, or when you didn’t plan on it. He dozed off during the movie because he was so tired. If you doze off while driving, it could be super dangerous. 3. Count sheep To imagine sheep jumping over a fence to help you fall asleep. When I can't sleep, I count sheep to help me relax. 4. Nightmare A scary or bad dream. She woke up in the middle of the night after having a nightmare. 5. Toss and turn To move around a lot in bed because you can't sleep. I was tossing and turning all night and couldn't fall asleep. 6. Sleep like a baby To sleep very well and deeply. After hiking all day, he slept like a baby. 7. Catch up on sleep To get extra sleep to make up for not sleeping enough before. I need to catch up on sleep this weekend because I've been studying late every night. 8. Snore To make a loud noise while breathing in sleep. My dad snores loudly, and it can be hard to sleep. 9. Sleep on it To think about something overnight before making a decision. I'm not sure about the offer; I need to sleep on it and decide tomorrow. 10. Sleep in To stay in bed and sleep longer than usual. On weekends, I like to sleep in and wake up late. 11. Sleep through To not wake up during something (like noise or an event). He can sleep through anything, even thunderstorms. 12. Out like a light To fall asleep very quickly. As soon as his head hit the pillow, he was out like a light. 13. Pillowcase A cover for a pillow. I need to wash my pillowcase because it's dirty. 14. Mattress The soft part of the bed that you lie on. A comfortable mattress helps you sleep better. 15. Bedpost The upright support at the corner of a bed. He hung his hat on the bedpost before going to sleep. 16. Headboard The upright part at the head of a bed, towards where people put their heads. She leaned against the headboard while reading a book. 17. Nap A short sleep during the day. I took a nap after lunch because I was feeling tired. 18. Insomnia Trouble falling or staying asleep. She has insomnia and often lies awake at night. 19. Alarm clock A clock that makes a noise to wake you up. My alarm clock rings at 6:30 every morning. 20. Comforter A thick, fluffy blanket. I love my new comforter; it's so warm and cozy. It will come in handy during the winter. 21. Sleepwalk To walk around while asleep. His brother sometimes sleepwalks and ends up in the kitchen.

To help you improve your English, we will look at a news clip from Al Jazeera explaining how President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan may somehow intervene in the conflict that is going on with Israel and Palestine. There will be no "boots on the ground," but maybe Türkiye will supply technology and armed drones. 🇹🇷 🇸🇪 👨🏼‍🦱 Want a Hair Transplant? Check out https://cabhealth.com/ Get 10% off a hair transplant Code Brent10 ☀️ For the rest of the summer, I am offering private conversations. Click here for more information: https://americanenglishwithbrent.as.me/ 💙 WANT PRIVATE LIVE CHATS AND BONUS ENGLISH? https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCakDTg9dhhAsr3WmHyJDa-g/join 📽️ Want to record lessons like this? I livestream with STREAMYARD: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6287572368359424 🇺🇸 WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AMERICAN REPUBLICANS AND AMERICAN DEMOCRATS https://youtu.be/MYl1JIAguiQ Israel/Palestine Interviews 1. Political Party - A group of people with the same ideas about how to run a country. The political party won the election, and now they will make new laws. 2. Ally - A country or person that helps and supports another. Turkey is an ally of many countries in the region. 3. Similar - Almost the same but not exactly. The two countries have similar interests in the conflict. 4. Elaborate - To explain something in more detail. The president will elaborate on the plan to help the other country. 5. Let me underline - To say that something is very important. Let me underline that peace is our main goal. 6. Lost in translation - When the meaning of something is not clear because it was not translated well. The message was lost in translation and caused some confusion. 7. No boots on the ground - No soldiers will be sent to fight in a country. The government promised there would be no boots on the ground in the conflict. 8. On the ground operations - Military actions that take place in a certain area. The army is planning on the ground operations to support their allies. 9. Opposition - A group of people or countries that are against something. The opposition did not agree with the government's decision to intervene. 10. Armed drones - Unmanned flying vehicles that have weapons. The military used armed drones to gather information and attack targets. 11. Paramilitary - An unofficial military group that is not part of the official army. The paramilitary forces were called in to help during the conflict. 12. Secular - Not connected to religion. The Turkish government is secular, so it does not follow any specific religion. 13. Theocracy - A type of government where religious leaders control the country, and religious laws are the main laws. In a theocracy, religious leaders have the most power in making decisions for the country. 14. Sunni - The largest group of Muslims who follow the teachings of Prophet Muhammad and his companions. Most Muslims in the world are Sunni. 15. Shia - A group of Muslims who believe that leadership should have stayed within the family of Prophet Muhammad. Iran has many Shia Muslims who follow different religious practices than Sunni Muslims.