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The Strike in Syria That Could Ignite a Wider War

The Strike in Syria That Could Ignite a Wider War

FromTug of War


The Strike in Syria That Could Ignite a Wider War

FromTug of War

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Length:
15 minutes
Released:
Apr 3, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Iran is vowing revenge on Israel after an airstrike on its embassy complex in Syria killed several high-ranking Iranian officials. While Israel is not confirming or denying responsibility, a military spokesperson said Israel believes the building struck is associated with the Iranian military. In this episode, CNN’s Natasha Bertrand examines what the retaliation could look like and tells us why the Biden administration is close to greenlighting a sale of F-15 fighter jets to Israel, according to three people familiar with the matter, despite concerns over how it is conducting its military operation inside Gaza.
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Released:
Apr 3, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode

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On Tug of War, CNN’s Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward travels to some of the most volatile corners of the world to document the greatest power struggles of our time. In countries where democracy is in its dying days, Clarissa shares on the ground reports from ordinary citizens who are risking their lives to fight for freedom. Hear a first-hand account from the streets of Afghanistan as the Taliban takes control, meet the daring activist challenging Putin’s political reign in Russia, and learn how organizers in Myanmar use hand gestures to signal solidarity.Tug of War. Stories of resistance from around the world.