The Parallels of Ukraine and Syria

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The Parallels of Ukraine and Syria

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Apr 1, 2022

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Iulia-Sabina Joja and Charles Lister discuss the parallels between the wars in Ukraine and Syria, the similarities of Russia’s tactics in both conflicts, and what the recent history in Syria may signal for Ukraine in the months ahead.

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Apr 1, 2022

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The Parallels of Ukraine and Syria

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