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The lead-up to these has proved a test of the region’s convening power.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB273817
ISSN: 2633-304X
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Tensions have risen since Syrian government shelling killed seven Turkish soldiers and a civilian contractor in north-western Syria on February 3. Although President Recep Tayyip…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB250577
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France has supported eastern strongman Khalifa Haftar while Italy backs the internationally recognised Government of National Accord (GNA). Germany has been enlisted by the UN to…
Prospects for US foreign policy to end-2017.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB221416
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The atmosphere is certain to be tense. With the Turkish army unable to enter Manbij, the two sides will find it difficult to reach agreement. Yet unless they do so, Turkish…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB218438
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While intensified air attacks will help weaken and contain ISG, they will not destroy it unless accompanied by a substantial ground force to defeat ISG on the ground. However, the…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB207081
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The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) proposed the creation of the DMZ to de-escalate a tense military standoff over the city.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB254867
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Regional and global powers will determine whether there will be conflict around the city of Sirte, the scale of the fighting, the short-term future of Libya's oil industry, and…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB254368
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LIBYA: Berlin follow-ups could ease a longer-term deal
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-ES250112
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TURKEY/SYRIA: Summit is Erdogan's best hope for Idlib