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21WIRE's archive of one of the most under-reported areas of Middle East geopolitics, and yet one of the most crucial in terms of charting the future of the region. Here you will find in-depth and timely analysis not found anywhere else.

Fighting Over a Soviet Legacy: Nagorno-Karabakh

Dr Can Erimtan | The ‘frozen’ conflict which finally thawed, and with a bitter ending for the Armenians. Once again, money talks.

Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus & Ukraine – The Slow Motion Collapse of Soviet Union

Paul Robinson | There are multiple underlying reasons for the conflict and strife we are seeing – most of which is beyond the scope of mainstream coverage.

Cartalucci: America’s Broken Syria Project

Tony Cartalucci | America’s foreign policy has fully revealed itself to be a global engine of instability – costing enemies and allies alike.

A Good Friday in the New Turkey: ‘It’s a Gas-Gas-Gas’

Dr Can Erimtan | Is Turkey really going to action its domestic energy ambitions, or is it just another election ruse?

The Re-Conversion of the Ayasofya: Starting the Countdown to 2023

Dr. Can Erimtan | Make no mistake: this is one of Erdogan’s final set-pieces in transitioning away from its former secular republic, and into a new, more Islamist State.

Syria and Russia to Build ‘New Hagia Sophia’ in Hama Province

21WIRE + MEM | New project show the importance of ‘peaceful dialogue’ between the major faiths.

More Prominent ISIS Members Reappear in Turkish-Occupied Areas in Syria

South Front | ISIS terrorists are once again on the move in Syria, threatening the stability of the region.

EU Sends Reinforcements to Greece to Help Secure Border With Turkey

AP | Greece is struggling to stop a massive wave of migrants pushing in from the east.

US-Israel Predictably Behind Turkish Aggression in Syria

Tony Cartalucci | Turkey now has to decide if it wants to end the Syrian conflict on the side of those losers, or with the victors.

Despite Al-Nusra Breaches, Syria and Russia Working to Open M5 Highway

Khaled Iskef | Until militant groups begin to withdrawal from positions threatening the M5 highway, then further clashes are expected.

Turkey in Syria: Stuck Down a Blind Alley in an Unwinnable War

Tony Cartalucci | Contrary to Western narratives, hostilities in Idlib are not Syria’s doing, nor that of Syria’s Russian and Iranian allies.

Iranian Forces in Syria Warn Turkey Over Recent Drone Strikes in Idlib

21WIRE + South Front | Any more escalation by Ankara could lead to a serious military confrontation in the region.

Idlib’s Bloody Thursday: Where Fake News and Martyrdom Collide

Dr Can Erimtan | Erdogan is playing an increasingly dangerous game in Syria, and risks a busted flush.

Turkey’s Eurasianist Moment: The Importance of Idlib and Russia

Dr Can Erimtan | Understanding the historic and political elements which form the backdrop of Erdogan’s perilous geopolitical high-wire act.

UKC News: Turkey and NATO Pushing for War, Assange in Court, Mini Nukes

UKC News | Co-hosts Mike Robinson and Patrick Henningsen with this week’s top stories.

Despite Turkish Threats, Syrian Army Launches New Military in Jabal al-Zawiya, Idlib

Khaled Iskef | Turkey’s rhetoric and aggressive posturing has not stopped the Syrian government from advancing to liberate the last terrorist stronghold of Idlib.

SYRIA: Turkish-backed Militants Suffer Devastating loss in Idlib

AMN | A fierce battle in northern Syria has wiped out one of NATO member Turkey’s al Qaeda fighting brigades.

What’s Really Driving Countries Like Turkey and India to Buy Russian S-400s?

21WIRE | Why is everyone so interested in this Russian weapons system?

Erdogan’s ‘Turkish Twist’ Risks Wider War in Syria and Middle East

21WIRE.TV | It seems Turkey and Syria are moving closer to all-out war, but is it too late for this crisis be walked-back?

VIDEO: Why Turkey’s Position in Syria is Increasingly Problematic

Patrick Henningsen | Erdogan’s game of backgammon in Syria is unsustainable, as is the game being played by US.

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