Historical Events tagged with "olive branch"
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Turkish Forces Capture Afrin District
The Turkish Armed Forces and Syrian National Army seized full control of the Afrin District, concluding the Afrin offensive. Initiated in January, this military campaign aimed to dislodge Kurdish forces perceived as threats by Turkey. The operation was characterized by extensive ground and aerial maneuvers to capture key territory.
Continue ReadingTurkey Launches Afrin Offensive Against SDF
The Government of Turkey commenced the Afrin offensive, targeting Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) positions in the Afrin Region of Syria. This military operation was part of Turkey's ongoing efforts to eliminate the presence of Kurdish militias, specifically the People's Protection Units (YPG), which it associates with terrorism. The offensive began with intense artillery shelling, escalating tensions in the already volatile region and drawing international attention to the conflict.
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