Iraq-Syria, the Islamic State tries to exploit the invasion of Russia in Ukraine
The US confirms that it will keep its contingents in the two countries to counter the pro-ISIS jihadists attempt to raise their head.
Syria, Russia blocks activities after the Ukraine invasion problems
In March there were only 6 raids against the militias in Idlib and the pro-ISIS jihadists. Furthermore, the joint patrols with Turkey stop at 5.
Syria, the Russian invasion of Ukraine penalizes the fight against the ex-ISIS
The numbers of Moscow air raids on the Islamic State jihadists and the militiamen in Idlib collapse. Iran tries to make up for it, but without success.
Ukraine, Syria will pay a high price for the Russian invasion
Damascus imports most of the basic necessities from Moscow. But the sanctions will stop them. Assad, for the first time since the Arab Spring, is scared.
Iran, the US will help Iraq and Kurdistan develop anti-missile defenses
The decision after the latest IRGC attack, officially in revenge against Israeli raids in Syria. The Pasdaran, in fact, fear losing weight with the nuclear deal.
Syria, Russia accelerates the recruitment of militiamen to be sent to Ukraine
The technique is the same as in Turkey for Libya: high wages and benefits at home. Moscow emissaries offer aid to the villages, from Damascus to Deir Ezzor, and leverage local leaders.
Syria, Russia tries to improve its image after the invasion of Ukraine
Moscow distributes basic necessities, from Damascus to Deir Ezzor. Objectives: to facilitate the recruitment of men to be sent against Kiev and to reduce the risk of protests or attacks.
Syria tries to react to the consequences of the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Damascus, fearing that the sanctions against Moscow will hit food and fuel supplies, is looking for new suppliers. The risk is to benefit Turkey and the pro-ISIS militias.
Syria, the Islamic State increases attacks in the East after the al-Sina’a raid
Pro-ISIS jihadists, galvanized, are now trying to raise their heads between Hasaka, Raqqa, Deir Ezzor. SDF react with more operations and attacks on IS logistics networks.
Syria, the silent war between Russia and Iran in Deir Ezzor continues
Objective: to increase one's own sphere of influence, at the same time reducing that of the other. The weapons are recruitment and humanitarian assistance.