In a recent series of events concerning Syria, Turkish President Erdogan called on Russia, Iran, and Syria to take action against Israel following an alleged Israeli airstrike on Damascus. Concurrently, U.S. airstrikes targeted Islamic State camps in Syria to combat extremist activities. Turkey criticized the U.S. for extending sanctions related to Syria, while Syrian activist Loubna Meri shed light on Hezbollah’s destructive role in Syria. Furthermore, an investigation exposed the EU’s involvement in Turkey’s forced deportation of refugees to hazardous regions, sparking concerns over human rights violations.
Erdogan Urges Russia, Iran, Syria to Address Alleged Israeli Strike on Damascus
President Erdogan emphasized the need for Russia, Iran, and Syria to safeguard Syria’s territorial integrity after an alleged Israeli attack on Damascus. Erdogan stated that Israel poses a significant threat to regional and global peace, necessitating robust measures from neighboring countries.
U.S. Strikes Target Militant Camps in Syria
Multiple U.S. airstrikes disrupted Islamic State camps in Syria to prevent attacks in the region. The strikes aimed to hinder the group’s ability to orchestrate assaults against the U.S., its allies, and civilians in the Middle East.
Turkey Opposes U.S. Extension of Order on Syria
Ankara denounced the U.S. decision to extend sanctions on Syria, citing discrepancies with the ground realities. Turkey emphasized the importance of supporting Syria’s territorial integrity to promote regional stability.
Hezbollah’s Controversial Role in Syria
Syrian activist Loubna Meri highlighted Hezbollah’s divisive impact in Lebanon, reflecting on the contrasting reactions to the group’s leader’s recent demise. Syrians attributed Hezbollah’s actions in Syria to a warfare against the Syrian population, revealing complex sentiments towards the organization.
EU Implicated in Turkey’s Forced Deportations
A detailed investigation exposed the EU’s funding support for Turkey’s involuntary deportation of refugees to unsafe regions like Syria and Afghanistan. Despite EU aid packages, migrants faced dire conditions, raising concerns about human rights violations and the ethical implications of EU’s involvement.