cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/22910913

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Short Summary

  1. Professor Mirandi discusses the ongoing crisis in Syria, expressing concern over the impact of foreign interventions.
  2. He emphasizes that U.S. and European sanctions have devastated Syria’s economy, leading to immense suffering for its people.
  3. The complexities of the conflict include U.S. occupation in northeastern and southeastern Syria, Israeli bombings, and the presence of terrorist groups in Idlib.
  4. Mirandi highlights the unexpected actions of Turkish President Erdogan, suggesting his significant responsibility for the turmoil in Syria due to his support for extremist groups like ISIS and al-Qaeda.
  5. He recalls a journalist’s tragic story linked to Turkish support for ISIS, implying that her death was connected to Turkish intelligence.
  6. Mirandi critiques Erdogan’s fluctuating stance towards Syrian President Assad, questioning his motives in attempting to improve relations.
  7. He attributes Syria’s current state of misery to sanctions and the consequences of the “Dirty War,” contrasting it with Iraq’s situation due to its oil resources.
  8. The speaker warns of the long-term dangers posed by the situation, including the potential for increased extremism and economic burdens on affected countries.
  9. He discusses the humanitarian crisis resulting from conflicts and the impact of refugee flows on European politics.
  10. Mirandi concludes that the situation in Syria is unlikely to improve, predicting further instability in the region and beyond.

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