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Syrian Opposition Informed Turkey of Offensive Plans Against Assad Six Months Ago

Dec 9, 2024, 05:17 AM

The Syrian opposition informed Turkey of its plans to launch a major offensive against President Bashar Assad's regime six months ago, according to Reuters, citing two sources. The opposition felt they had received tacit approval from Ankara. This move was seen as an attempt to capitalize on the ongoing civil war, which has lasted for 13 years, to weaken Assad's grip on power, especially after Turkey's efforts to engage with Assad had failed.