Syria and The Middle East

Nobody expected Russia to intervene in 2015 in Syria because most of the world did not think Russia had enough power to be in another country beyond their own because they haven't done so in almost 25 years. With Russia showing power in the middle east, it brings tension between the U.S. and Russia once again. Some U.S. journalists believe that the Russians have a strategy to stay in power, and its a good one. Since the end of the soviet union Putin and Moscow have faced "humiliation" and it is time for them to change that. In order to get "payback" Russia wants power in the Middle east. It is not a secret that the U.S. is resented in the Middle East, even by their allies, which makes this a great place for the Russians to start. Since Russia has demonstrated its power and strength in Syria they have earned themselves credibility as an alternative to the Americans. With arms sales, economic deals, and diplomatic maneuvering, Russia has started to steal Tur

Syria continues to lead headlines in the international and domestic news with a raging conflict that is tearing the nation apart. The civil war that is plaguing Syria does not discriminate in who it affects, newest statistics show that over 1,000 children have been killed or injured in 2018 already. The numbers of deceased, injured, and displaced refugees is astonishing and civilians continue to call out for help from the international community without answer. A strong sense has fallen over the people of Syria that the world has given up on them and is not supporting them in a time of major need. Constant bombing, missile strikes, and mortar shelling is a terrifying reality civilians are living in day after day with no cease in sight. Monday March 5th the United Nations attempted to deliver aid in a convoy of 46 trucks to Eastern Ghouta, unfortunately the convoy was forced to retreat early due to a barrage of shelling. There is little hope for the people of Syria right now, it is the