Syria, Turkey wants control of M4 in Kurdistan
The bombing of Ain Issa and the military build up of the TAF continue. Meanwhile, the SAA still clashes with Isis in the Badia desert. The toll is 30 deaths among IS soldiers and jihadists.
Syria, Turkey strengthens its military presence in Kurdistan
Ankara builds barracks and checkpoints along the M4 east of the country. There is a fear of an escalation. In Idlib, Russia hits Failaq Al-Sham (the Sham Legion)’s heart.
Syria, Turkey leaves the south of Idlib. It is feared that it points to the east
The progress of the SAA offensive towards Barah led to the abandonment by the TAF of the observation points in the area. In parallel, Ankara suddenly bombs Ain Issa.
Syria, new joint Russia-Turkey patrol. This time in Aleppo
The convoy passed through Ain al-Arab, but was stopped by a local youth protest. It is confirmed that Ankara, accomplished its mission in Idlib, points east towards Ain Issa and Kurdistan.
Syria, the first Russia-Turkey joint patrol arrives in Latakia from Idlib
Putin-Erdogan agreement fulfilled thanks to TAF and HTS. The convoys are likely to move on the M4 east to Ain Issa. Meanwhile, Damascus still tries to take Barah.
Syria, SDF meet Russia to understand what will happen to Ain Issa
Kurdish forces try to understand how Moscow will take sides if Turkey decides to attack. Meanwhile, the SAA continues the offensive on Idlib and Iran will help Damascus improve its anti-air defenses.
Syria, new signs that Turkey has targeted Ain Issa
Ankara reduces further the water flow from the Euphrates to Kurdistan and builds bases in the area. Damascus, meanwhile, tightens the offensive against militias in Idlib. Objective: to take Barah.
Syria, Turkey’s raids complicate the situation in Ain Issa
It’s feared that Ankara will launch an operation like Peace Spring to drive out Kurds from the area. SDF are preparing to defend the territory and freeze the war on Isis. Damascus sides with them.
Syria, Damascus sends reinforcements to Ain Issa against a possible Turkish offensive
SAA convoys reach the Kurdistan city for fear of Ankara raid. What will Russia's position be? Meanwhile, the killings of the leaders of Horas al-Din continue in Idlib.
Syria, after the Astana Process summit, is Turkey heading north east?
Fears of a new Ankara-Russia agreement, after the situation on the M4 in Idlib is normalizing. The SDF are on high alert, ready to stop the war in Isis again and move towards Ain Issa.