#Syrian Kurdish Resistance

[genlosscharliie]

if it makes any of my fellow arabs (especially those living in the levant and adjacent areas) feel better: greater israel is fundamentally an impossible thing to achieve. israel cannot not take on all the different forces working against it and especially not while holding the public opinion in their favour.

this is not wishful thinking. to achieve this, they would have to defeat: palestinian resistance, lebanese resistance (alongside the lebanese army), hezbollah, syrian opposition militias, syrian regime armies, turkish militias, russian forces, iranian forces, & (their biggest threats) kurdish and bedouin forces. not to mention they would be threatening the safety of jordan, iraq, egypt, and turkey in the process, so their armies are likely to mobilise at the very least (alongside the fact that fighting turkish militias would be fighting a nato member).

don't let zionist propaganda or a nihilist mentality make you think they're some unstoppable force; they're already experiencing losses in the ground invasion of lebanon against hezbollah (separate from the lebanese army, btw). they're not invincible, don't let them convince you that they are.

keep hope, and support your arab friends wherever you can. we will win this, for freer homelands and our liberation. i love you all who share my struggles, and those who don't just sit back and watch.

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📌 US Extends Military Presence in Syria to Safeguard Israeli Interests

The United States has officially extended its state of emergency in Syria, maintaining its military presence across illegal bases in the eastern Euphrates region and at Al-Tanf, located at the border triangle with Iraq and Jordan. This decision, announced by the White House, indicates no connection between its planned withdrawal from Iraq by 2026 and its ongoing military operations in Syria. The state of emergency, originally declared in 2003, has evolved through various amendments, with the latest being linked to the threat posed by the Israeli war on Gaza and Lebanon. The White House described the security developments in Syria as a significant threat to US national security and foreign policy, necessitating the continuation of the emergency for another year. The administration asserts that the situation in Syria undermines efforts to combat ISIS, jeopardizes civilian safety, and threatens regional stability. Since its military presence in Syria began, the US has used the pretext of combating terrorism to justify its operations, which include seizing control of oil resources in Kurdish-led areas and enhancing reconnaissance capabilities to support "Israel". The Al-Tanf base plays a crucial role in monitoring Syrian territory and disrupting resistance supply routes between Tehran, Baghdad, and Beirut. As tensions rise following resistance operations against US military bases post-October 7, the US has attempted to reassure Kurdish forces that its presence in Syria is independent of developments in Iraq. Despite assurances, Kurdish sources, as reported by Al-Akhbar, express concerns that US withdrawal from Iraq could signal a change in its commitment to the Kurdish "self-administration" project, particularly in light of the recent Syrian-Turkish rapprochement supported by Russia and Iran. Additionally, while the US maintains that its military presence aids in the fight against ISIS, there are allegations of US support for the organization, particularly from the Al-Tanf base, which serves as a strategic gateway to areas where ISIS operates. Recent reports indicate a decrease in ISIS activity following a joint Syrian-Russian campaign targeting its cells, including four sites near the American base.

Full article by Alaa Halabi can be found in Arabic here: https://al-akhbar.com/Palestine/385350

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The Damascus Government imposes a stifling siege on Afrin, Al-Shahba, Sheikh Maqsoud, and Ashrafia neighborhoods in Aleppo, preventing the entry of medical supplies and fuel into these two areas.

Citizen Asaad Abboud said: “We all know what the Syrian regime wants, which is to obtain some concessions from the Democratic Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria,” and pointed out that what Damascus is doing is contrary to all human and moral values, “and renewing the centenary division of geography of Kurdistan through the policy of starvation and siege.

He added: "The Syrian regime is trying to renew the massacres it committed against the people of the region, specifically the Kurdish people, who were subjected to persecution for a quarter of a century by the Baathist regime in coordination with the Turkish occupation state, which is trying to achieve imaginary victories after the repeated defeats it suffers in the mountains of Kurdistan at the hands of the Guerrilla forces." “They are both two sides of the same coin, and their goal is to annihilate the peoples of the region.”

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For the Biden administration, Syria’s ongoing conflict is a minor irritant that occasionally forces itself onto the agenda but for the most part can be ignored. Containing the conflict’s spill-over effects—whether in the form of refugees, narcotics smuggling, friction with Turkey over U.S. support for Kurdish actors and the presence of U.S. forces, or the humanitarian effects of economic collapse—defines the limits of the administration’s interest in Syria. The Islamic State’s resurgence is largely outsourced to Kurdish partners. The diplomatic commitment that would be needed for progress toward the comprehensive political solution set out in U.N. Security Council Resolution 2254—now almost a decade old—is no longer seen as a priority. Even the administration’s opposition to the normalization of the Assad regime has become pro forma.

As Syria slips from official and public view, however, less and less attention is directed toward the Assad regime, how it keeps itself afloat, and how recent shifts in the tactics it uses to insulate itself from both economic sanctions and an increasingly restive society are likely to fuel the effects that the United States and its allies view as most threatening. These include further increases in refugee flows, a worsening humanitarian crisis, and renewed waves of radicalization. Out of public view, and even as Syria continues to be plagued by many different vectors of crisis, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his innermost circles are reorganizing how they intervene in and manage the country’s economy.

In recent years, Assad has deepened his grip over crucial economic sectors, using networks of frontmen and women to position himself as a powerful economic actor and give himself and his regime the space to resist the use of economic pressure as an instrument of coercive diplomacy. This shift, intentionally obscured by the regime and overlooked by its adversaries, is evident from a close analysis of the economic networks that Assad has constructed around himself. Unpacking these networks and their implications is essential for the United States and its allies to ensure the effectiveness of policies intended to isolate and hold accountable a regime that is directly complicit in some of the worst war crimes and crimes against humanity of the 21st century.

Economic networks have long been central to the regime’s survival strategy. Since the start of the conflict, however, the Assad regime has placed increasing weight on those economic networks. Business cronies closely tied to Assad have played crucial roles in sanctions avoidance, securing essential goods, concealing assets, and enabling the elite to maintain its privileged lifestyle in the face of economic collapse. Over time, Assad and his inner circle have become adept in managing crony networks to keep the regime afloat, adjusting who’s in and who’s out to ensure that the money continues to flow.

As Assad discovered in 2019, however, when his cousin and once-trusted bag man Rami Makhlouf resisted turning over assets accumulated in part on Bashar’s behalf, cronies have minds of their own. To recover what was reported to be billions in assets, Assad oversaw the systematic dismantling of Makhlouf’s economic holdings. In the aftermath of his confrontation with Makhlouf, Assad has moved to secure direct control over the former’s economic empire, dramatically restructuring the informal networked ecosystem he depends on. These changes, visible for the first time through our analysis of firm-level micro-data and open-source research, offer important insights into the inner workings of the upper reaches of the Assad regime and how conflict has transformed Syria’s political economy. This restructuring helps to explain Assad’s economic resilience in the midst of the economic crisis, why he has rejected step-for-step diplomacy despite its promised economic payoffs, and how the regime has been able to navigate a vast web of sanctions that directly target regime networks—networks that countries imposing sanctions and struggling to reach a political settlement fail to understand.

Understanding how Assad is changing Syria’s political economy is not a small matter. The benefits that accrue to Assad as a result of his new economic roles influence his strategic calculus. Feeling more confident about his own economic prospects affects how the regime engages with regional and international actors. It has a bearing on what the regime might be prepared to offer, or withhold, at the negotiating table. It also matters in determining who wins and who loses in Syria’s wartime economy and any potential reconstruction, issues of enormous relevance for the future of the Syrian business community. For the United States and other countries that continue to reject the path of normalization, exposing these networks sheds light on the architecture of corruption in Assad’s Syria and the policies needed to counteract it.

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US-backed Kurdish fighters killed in drone strike on US base in Syria

A drone attack on a US troop base in eastern Syria on Sunday killed six allied Kurdish fighters, Arab media reported.

It is the first significant attack in Syria or Iraq since the US retaliated against Iran-backed militias over the weekend.

The US-backed Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces said on Monday that the strike targeted the al-Omar training base in Syria’s eastern Deir el-Zour province, where special forces units are training. No US military casualties were reported.

An umbrella group of Iranian-backed Iraqi militias called the Islamic Resistance in Iraq released a video claiming responsibility for the attack and showing them launching a drone from an unspecified location.

Read more HERE

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https://libertarianinstitute.org/news-roundup/news-roundup-9-27-2023/

Here is your daily roundup of today's news:

News Roundup 9/27/2023

by Kyle Anzalone

US News

Senator Robert Menendez denied the allegations levied against him by the Department of Justice. Last week, a grand jury indicted the powerful Senator on bribery charges. Investigators found hundreds of thousands of dollars said to be payments to access the Senator’s influence. The Institute 

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin announced the US would increase its military ties with Kenya. Washington agreed to provide additional security assistance to Kenya after Nairobi agreed to lead a UN mission to Haiti. The Institute

Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday that the first batch of US-made Abrams tanks have arrived in Ukraine, which are armed with toxic depleted uranium (DU) ammunition. AWC

The Biden administration on Monday announced a $2 billion loan for Poland that will go toward modernizing Warsaw’s military. AWC

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said Budapest was ending support for Kiev on international issues due to a 2017 Ukrainian law that limits the rights of Hungarians. The announcement comes as Ukraine’s support in Eastern Europe wanes, with Poland halting all weapons transfers to Kiev after President Volodymyr Zelensky criticized Warsaw. The Institute

Four American advanced fighter jets arrived in Romania and will begin conducting patrols over the Black Sea region, according to NATO. The deployment comes as Washington wages a proxy war against Moscow in Ukraine that has stretched into the Black Sea. The Institute

The commander of Russia’s Black Sea Fleet attended a Russian Defense Ministry video conference on Tuesday, a day after Ukraine claimed he was killed in a September 22 missile strike on the fleet’s headquarters in Sevastopol, Crimea. AWC

A senior US official told The Washington Post that the Biden administration is not pressuring Ukraine to hold elections, while some Western officials do want to see a wartime vote. AWC

A report from 60 Minutes that aired Sunday detailed how US taxpayer dollars are not only funding weapons in Ukraine but are also subsidizing small businesses and paying first responders salaries, among other things. AWC

Senate leaders on Tuesday announced they reached a deal on a stopgap funding bill that needs to be passed by September 30 to avert a partial government shutdown. The bill includes $6.2 billion for Ukraine and $6 billion for natural disasters. AWC

On Tuesday, the Kremlin said US-provided Abrams tanks in Ukraine will not impact Russia’s operations and will “burn” like other Western armored vehicles. AWC

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Tuesday that the Turkish parliament will ratify Sweden’s NATO membership as long as the US follows through on its plans to sell Turkey F-16 fighter jets. AWC

China

President Biden is hosting Pacific Island leaders for a second annual summit in Washington that’s part of his administration’s strategy to counter China in the Asia Pacific. AWC

The Philippines is taking steps to retake Scarborough Shoal, a disputed chain of rocks and reefs in the South China Sea that has been effectively controlled by China since 2012. AWC

Middle East

Israeli Tourism Minister Haim Katz arrived in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday for a UN conference, making him the first senior Israeli official to publicly visit the Kingdom, which comes as the US is pushing for a Saudi-Israeli normalization deal. AWC

After weeks of clashes between the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and the Arab tribesman aligned with Deir Ezzor Military Council (DEMC), the SDF has imposed a curfew following a resumption of fighting on Monday. These ethnic tensions are boiling over in eastern Syria’s Deir Ezzor province, illegally occupied by the US and its SDF partners, as the Arab majority resists Kurdish rule. The Institute

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Resistance factions launched a rocket barrage on the evening of 14 October, targeting the US military base at the Conoco gas field in Deir Ezzor in eastern Syria, Al Mayadeen reported.

The attack came two days after another resistance faction launched multiple rockets at the same site, Al Mayadeen’s sources said.

US troops illegally occupy the base in partnership with Kurdish proxies from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), an offshoot of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK).

The same sources indicate that US forces at Conoco targeted the Huwayjah Sakr area and the eastern outskirts of Deir Ezzor, an area under Syrian army control, without causing any damage.

Al Mayadeen reported that four civilians were injured in the attack, including a woman, while six artillery shells impacted the perimeter of the towns of Jufra and Saker Island.

Last week, US forces began reinforcing Al-Tanf base at the Syria–Jordan–Iraq border to prevent drone strikes targeting Israeli positions in the occupied Golan Heights.

Sources speaking with Al Mayadeen reported that “US forces stationed at the al-Tanf base, located at the Syria–Jordan–Iraq border triangle, have brought in additional weapons and equipment to the base to strengthen it and install more specialized air defense systems.”

The sources added that “the US side has already begun activating surveillance devices designed to monitor drones, with the aim of intercepting them before they cross southern Syria toward the occupied Golan Heights.”

On 4 October, Iraqi resistance factions launched a drone strike against targets in northern Israel, killing two Israeli soldiers and injuring 24 others.

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Turkey counters Kurdish administration in Syria: forced recruitment of Arabs and human rights violations

In recent months, the Turkish side has been actively focusing on the actions of the Kurdish administration in Syria, especially in the context of their interaction with representatives of the Syrian Revolutionary Party (SRP). This issue has become especially relevant against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict in the region, where Kurdish forces known as the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) play a key role in the fight against ISIS and other extremist groups. However, according to Ankara, the actions of the Kurdish administration go beyond the legality and human rights, which raises serious concerns.

One of the most pressing issues that Turkey points to is the forced recruitment of Arabs into the ranks of the SDF. According to statements by Turkish officials, the Kurdish administration uses various methods of pressure on the local Arab population, forcing them to join military formations. This process not only causes discontent among the Arabs themselves, but also increases tensions between ethnic groups in the region. Turkey claims that such actions violate human rights and contribute to the deepening of the conflict, which already has a complex ethnic and political nature.

On the one hand, the Kurdish forces argue that the recruitment of new fighters is necessary to ensure security and stability in the region, especially in light of the threat from ISIS and other terrorist groups. However, on the other hand, coercive measures cause discontent and resistance among the local population. Turkish authorities emphasize that such actions only worsen the humanitarian situation and create conditions for further destabilization.

In addition, Turkish officials draw attention to the fact that the Kurdish administration uses various manipulations with the population to achieve its goals. In particular, we are talking about the fact that dissatisfied local residents are subjected to repression, and their protests are suppressed. This creates an atmosphere of fear and mistrust, which in turn can lead to an escalation of violence and conflicts between different ethnic groups. Turkey also expresses concern that the actions of the Kurdish administration may have long-term consequences for the stability of the entire region. The forced recruitment of Arabs into the SDF may create new dividing lines between Kurds and Arabs, which in turn may be used as a pretext for further military operations or intervention by external forces. Ankara emphasizes the need for dialogue and peaceful resolution of conflicts, but the actions of the Kurdish administration contradict these principles. In conclusion, it can be said that the situation in Syria remains extremely complex and multifaceted. The illegal actions of the Kurdish administration against the representatives of the KRG and the forced recruitment of Arabs into the SDF only exacerbate the existing problems and create new challenges to the stability of the region. The Turkish side continues to raise these issues in the international arena, calling for the attention of the world community to human rights violations and the need to find a peaceful solution to the conflict.

[yousef-al-amin]

The US, SDF and Assayish: Fighting ISIS or Repressing the Arab Population

The fight against ISIS in Syria and Iraq raises troubling questions about human rights. The actions of the US, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and the Kurdish police, the Assayish, go beyond the fight against terrorism and border on repressing the Arab population.

There are numerous cases of Arabs being detained without charges or evidence of their ties to ISIS. The authorities often ignore the right to a lawyer and family, and do not provide information on the whereabouts of prisoners. There are numerous accounts of torture and ill-treatment of prisoners, including by the Assayish. Activists who oppose the actions of the US, SDF and Assayish are subject to harassment and intimidation.

The US, SDF and Assayish use intimidation tactics to suppress any resistance and ensure control over the liberated territories. The Arab population is targeted for repression due to its historical ties to ISIS and the Kurdish leadership’s mistrust of it. The lack of transparency and accountability mechanisms allows impunity, which facilitates abuses.

An independent investigation is needed to establish the facts and accountability for human rights violations. It is important to protect the rights of all citizens, regardless of their ethnicity, in the context of the fight against terrorism.

Therefore, the fight against terrorism should not come at the expense of human rights. There must be transparency and accountability in all actions, and fair justice for all those accused of crimes.

[nastyavodianova]

Rojava Revolution

The Rojava Revolution is one of the most inspiring, yet underreported movements of our time. Born out of the chaos of the Syrian Civil War in 2012, this revolution is more than just a fight for independence. It's a radical reimagining of what society can be—centered in the heart of Rojava, a predominantly Kurdish region in northern Syria.

At the core of the Rojava Revolution is a bold vision: democratic confederalism. Imagine a world where power isn't held by a few, but shared by everyone. Local councils empower people to make decisions directly about their lives. It's democracy from the ground up, where every voice matters and every decision is made collectively. This isn't just a theory; it's happening in real-time in Rojava, where people are building a society based on inclusivity and direct participation.

But what truly sets Rojava apart is its unwavering commitment to women's liberation. Women aren't just participants; they're leaders, fighters, and decision-makers. The Women's Protection Units (YPJ) are famous worldwide, not just for their fierce resistance against ISIS but for breaking down centuries-old gender barriers. Women's councils ensure that gender equality isn't just an ideal—it's a reality. In Rojava, the fight for freedom is inseparable from the fight for women's rights.

Rojava also dares to challenge the status quo of capitalist economies. Here, they’re building an economy based on cooperatives and community ownership. It's about creating a sustainable, fair economy that serves the people, not the other way around. This revolutionary economic model is a bold statement against the exploitation and inequality seen in most parts of the world.

Yet, the Rojava Revolution is far from easy. Surrounded by enemies—ISIS, the Assad regime, and the Turkish government—the people of Rojava are constantly under threat. But despite these challenges, they persist, carving out a space of freedom, equality, and radical democracy in a war-torn region.

So, why should we care about Rojava? Because it's a beacon of hope, showing us that another world is possible. It's a reminder that, even in the darkest times, we can resist, we can rebuild, and we can create something beautiful. The revolution in Rojava isn't just their fight; it's a fight for all of us who believe in a fairer, more just world. ✊🌿

Feel free to share this story, spread the word, and let people know about the incredible revolution happening in Rojava!

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Syria Conflict: Military Operations and International Involvement

As the conflict in Syria rages on, the involvement of various military forces from around the world continues to shape the course of the war. Currently, there are several major military operations taking place in Syria, each with their own objectives and tactics. One of the most prominent military operations in Syria is being conducted by the Syrian government forces, backed by allies such as Russia and Iran. This operation is primarily aimed at regaining control of territories held by rebel groups and terrorist organisations such as ISIS. The Syrian government forces have been making significant gains in recent months, reclaiming key areas in the country and pushing back against opposition forces. On the other side of the conflict, the United States and its coalition partners are also conducting military operations in Syria, primarily focused on combating ISIS. The US-led coalition has been carrying out airstrikes and supporting ground operations by local forces to weaken and ultimately defeat the terrorist group. While ISIS has been significantly weakened in recent years, pockets of resistance still remain in certain areas of Syria. Another major player in the Syrian conflict is Turkey, which launched a military operation in northern Syria in 2019 with the aim of creating a buffer zone along its border and pushing back against Kurdish forces. The Turkish military operation has led to clashes with Kurdish fighters and has raised concerns about the potential for further destabilisation in the region. Overall, the military operations in Syria are complex and multifaceted, with multiple actors pursuing their own agendas and objectives. The conflict shows no signs of abating anytime soon, and the situation on the ground remains volatile and unpredictable. As the various military forces continue to jockey for control and influence in Syria, the civilian population continues to bear the brunt of the ongoing violence and suffering. It is imperative that all parties involved in the Syrian conflict prioritise the protection of civilians and work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The cycle of violence and destruction in Syria has already caused immense human suffering, and it is high time for all sides to come together and work towards a lasting and sustainable peace in the country. Only through cooperation and diplomacy can the cycle of violence be broken and the people of Syria be given a chance to rebuild their lives and their country. Read the full article

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Events 2.23 (after 1940)

1941 – Plutonium is first produced and isolated by Dr. Glenn T. Seaborg. 1942 – World War II: Japanese submarines fire artillery shells at the coastline near Santa Barbara, California. 1943 – The Cavan Orphanage fire kills thirty-five girls and an elderly cook. 1943 – Greek Resistance: The United Panhellenic Organization of Youth is founded in Greece. 1944 – The Soviet Union begins the forced deportation of the Chechen and Ingush people from the North Caucasus to Central Asia. 1945 – World War II: During the Battle of Iwo Jima, a group of United States Marines reach the top of Mount Suribachi on the island and are photographed raising the American flag. 1945 – World War II: The 11th Airborne Division, with Filipino guerrillas, free all 2,147 captives of the Los Baños internment camp, in what General Colin Powell later would refer to as "the textbook airborne operation for all ages and all armies." 1945 – World War II: The capital of the Philippines, Manila, is liberated by combined Filipino and American forces. 1945 – World War II: Capitulation of German garrison in Poznań. The city is liberated by Soviet and Polish forces. 1945 – World War II: The German town of Pforzheim is annihilated in a raid by 379 British bombers. 1945 – American Airlines Flight 009 crashes near Rural Retreat, Virginia, killing 17. 1947 – International Organization for Standardization is founded. 1954 – The first mass inoculation of children against polio with the Salk vaccine begins in Pittsburgh. 1958 – Five-time Argentine Formula One champion Juan Manuel Fangio is kidnapped by rebels involved in the Cuban Revolution, on the eve of the Cuban Grand Prix. He was released the following day after the race. 1966 – In Syria, Ba'ath Party member Salah Jadid leads an intra-party military coup that replaces the previous government of General Amin al-Hafiz, also a Baathist. 1971 – Operation Lam Son 719: South Vietnamese General Do Cao Tri was killed in a helicopter crash en route to taking control of the faltering campaign. 1974 – The Symbionese Liberation Army demands $4 million more to release kidnap victim Patty Hearst. 1980 – Iran hostage crisis: Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini states that Iran's parliament will decide the fate of the American embassy hostages. 1981 – In Spain, Antonio Tejero attempts a coup d'état by capturing the Spanish Congress of Deputies. 1983 – The United States Environmental Protection Agency announces its intent to buy out and evacuate the dioxin-contaminated community of Times Beach, Missouri. 1987 – Supernova 1987a is seen in the Large Magellanic Cloud. 1988 – Saddam Hussein begins the Anfal genocide against Kurds and Assyrians in northern Iraq. 1991 – In Thailand, General Sunthorn Kongsompong leads a bloodless coup d'état, deposing Prime Minister Chatichai Choonhavan. 1998 – In the United States, tornadoes in central Florida destroy or damage 2,600 structures and kill 42 people. 1999 – Kurdish rebel leader Abdullah Öcalan is charged with treason in Ankara, Turkey. 1999 – An avalanche buries the town of Galtür, Austria, killing 31. 2007 – A train derails on an evening express service near Grayrigg, Cumbria, England, killing one person and injuring 88. This results in hundreds of points being checked over the UK after a few similar accidents. 2008 – A United States Air Force B-2 Spirit bomber crashes on Guam, marking the first operational loss of a B-2. 2010 – Unknown criminals pour more than 2+1⁄2 million liters of diesel oil and other hydrocarbons into the river Lambro, in northern Italy, sparking an environmental disaster. 2012 – A series of attacks across Iraq leave at least 83 killed and more than 250 injured. 2017 – The Turkish-backed Free Syrian Army captures Al-Bab from ISIL. 2019 – Atlas Air Flight 3591, a Boeing 767 freighter, crashes into Trinity Bay near Anahuac, Texas, killing all three people on board.

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JinJiyanAzadi #BijiRojava Raqqa largely liberated, Rojava revolution holds commune elections [UPDATES]

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