Policy Snapshot

Policy Snapshot: Idlib, Jeffrey, Congress

By: Managing Editor

US Congress wants to do something for North and East Syria — if Mitch McConnell will allow it.

Policy Snapshot: US Presidential Election Primer

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By popular request, a primer for beginners, to help you understand the election.

Policy Snapshot: “We Stand With Him”

By: Managing Editor

Ambassador Jeffrey’s recent remarks on US-Syria policy and bills in US Congress.

Policy Snapshot: Relevant Bills

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A guide to bills in US Congress that are relevant to North and East Syria

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A “robust discussion” and “open dispute” occurred between Trump and Senator James Risch following Turkey’s S-400 purchase.

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There’s fresh talk of the Turkish threat to North and East Syria, as Turkey moves more troops and equipment to the Syria border in an apparent move to intimidate US troops stationed in Syria. This once again poses a grave threat to the people of the North and East Syria.

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Latest US-Syria policy news impacting North and East Syria

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AANES continues to get the short shrift by its allies in the US.

One Year After the Turkish Invasion that Shocked the World, Turkey Still Occupies Our Land
Before Turkey and Turkish-backed militias commit even more war crimes and human rights atrocities, uproot our communities, and cause our culture to go extinct, we must have meaningful action from the global community.
Top US State Department Officials Visit North and East Syria
The officials discussed ways that the United States can pressure Turkey to withdraw from North and East Syria, support inclusion of North and East Syria in the UNSCR 2254 talks, UN peace talks on the future of Syria, as well as continued support for the intra-Kurdish dialog.
UN Report Cites Turkish Human Rights Abuses in North and East Syria
The Commission specifically lists crimes committed by the SNA in the Afrin region and Ras Al-Ain, which are under occupation by the Turkish state.
Coronavirus Crisis in North and East Syria Enters Dangerous Phase
This brings the total number of COVID infections in North and East Syria to 1,918 cases, of which 69 have died, and 496 have recovered. This represents a dangerous phase in the region’s Coronavirus crisis, with more and more new cases being reported daily.