Middle East – Page 262 – THE OVAL CIRCLE

Syrian Army deployed to country’s northeast to counter ‘Turkish aggression’ – state media

Posted on October 14, 2019October 14, 2019By Editor

Syrian government troops have reportedly entered Tell Tamer, a town in the middle of the Kurdish-controlled part of the country, amid a continuing Turkish offensive against Kurdish militias. … Read More >Syrian Army deployed to country’s northeast to counter ‘Turkish aggression’ – state media

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Putin visits Saudi Arabia for first time since 2007 – but can Russia be friends with EVERYONE in the Middle East?

Posted on October 14, 2019October 14, 2019By Editor

Russia defends Iran, backs Bashar Assad in Syria and criticizes Saudi Arabia’s war in Yemen. Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to Riyadh would seem a risky balancing act – but is instead a pragmatic move rooted in mutual interest. … Read More >Putin visits Saudi Arabia for first time since 2007 – but can Russia be friends with EVERYONE in the Middle East?

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Interview with Al Arabiya, Sky News Arabia and RT Arabic

Posted on October 14, 2019October 14, 2019By Editor

In advance of his visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates Vladimir Putin answered questions from Al Arabiya senior presenter Mohammed Tomaihi, Sky News Arabia senior presenter Mohannad Khatib and RT Arabic Public and Political Programmes Department Head Salam Musafir. … Read More >Interview with Al Arabiya, Sky News Arabia and RT Arabic

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US troops ‘leave’ Kobani as Turkish incursion advances and Kurds make deal with Damascus

Posted on October 14, 2019October 14, 2019By Editor

American troops have reportedly withdrawn from their observation post in the town of Kobani in northern Syria as Turkish army advances deeper south and Damascus says it sent the Army to the area. … Read More >US troops ‘leave’ Kobani as Turkish incursion advances and Kurds make deal with Damascus

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King Salman approves massive US military deployment for Saudi Arabia’s ‘defense’

Posted on October 13, 2019October 13, 2019By Editor

Saudi Arabia’s king and crown prince have approved the deployment of around 3,000 US troops and equipment to the kingdom, as regional tensions rise and Washington and Riyadh face off against Tehran. … Read More >King Salman approves massive US military deployment for Saudi Arabia’s ‘defense’

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Syria must be free of foreign military presence, Russia should also leave if Damascus no longer needs its help – Putin

Posted on October 12, 2019October 12, 2019By Editor

The territorial integrity of Syria must be fully restored and all foreign forces should withdraw, including Russia if Damascus decides it doesn’t need Moscow’s help anymore, according to President Vladimir Putin. … Read More >Syria must be free of foreign military presence, Russia should also leave if Damascus no longer needs its help – Putin

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Buying US weapons & placing trust in Washington won’t bring security, Zarif warns Saudis

Posted on October 12, 2019October 12, 2019By Editor

If Riyadh is seeking regional security, it should focus on building better relations with its neighbors instead of stockpiling weapons and turning to Washington for guidance, Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has said. … Read More >Buying US weapons & placing trust in Washington won’t bring security, Zarif warns Saudis

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Turkey Vows Retaliation For Possible US Economic Sanctions

Posted on October 12, 2019October 12, 2019By Editor

US Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin told reporters earlier on Friday that the Trump administration is considering enacting an order that would vastly expand Washington’s’ ability to impose economic sanctions against Ankara over the ongoing military offensive in northern Syria. … Read More >Turkey Vows Retaliation For Possible US Economic Sanctions

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Pentagon sending 2,000+ more troops to ‘assure and enhance defense’ of Saudi Arabia amid tensions with Iran

Posted on October 12, 2019October 12, 2019By Editor

The US is beefing up military might in the Middle East, saying it will send more troops, fighter jets and missile defense systems to Saudi Arabia amid escalating tensions with Iran. … Read More >Pentagon sending 2,000+ more troops to ‘assure and enhance defense’ of Saudi Arabia amid tensions with Iran

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Explosion reported near US outpost in Syria, amid speculation Turkey accidentally shells US special forces

Posted on October 11, 2019October 11, 2019By Editor

A blast occurred near a US military base near Kobane, Syria, according to Reuters. The explosion comes alongside reports that Turkish forces shelled their US counterparts in their anti-Kurdish offensive. … Read More >Explosion reported near US outpost in Syria, amid speculation Turkey accidentally shells US special forces

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