The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced Jan. 31 the extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for about 7,000 Syrians. “Syrians with TPS status will be eligible to re-register for an extension of their status for 18 months, through September 30, 2019,” the DHS release said. “Prior to the conclusion of the 18-month extension, the […]
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Turkey Taking Unilateral Action in Syria
After years of threats to use military force in Syria, Turkey has finally followed through. In Homeland Security recently reported on the Turkish invasion of Syria’s Afrin enclave in the northwest part of the country. While the fighting itself is important to follow, it’s also important to understand why Turkey is there and why Ankara […]
Perspective: Russia, Iran Advancing in Syra at U.S. Expense
For some time now, Asia and the continued escalation of North Korea’s ballistic missile program have been the major strategic concerns of the United States. But Washington should not forget other areas of the world, especially the Middle East. As the U.S. pursues its goal of defeating ISIS, Russia and Iran are consolidating their positions […]