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The Greek Current

Fighting in northern Syria, Turkey and Russia, and Brett McGurk's appointment

A town in northeast Syria is increasingly becoming a battleground between Turkish-backed groups and US-backed forces amid fears of a new large-scale Turkish offensive. We look at the situation in Syria with Dr. Aykan Erdemir, and also break down President elect Joe Biden's announcement to appoint Brett McGurk to a senior role at the NSC managing the Middle East and North Africa.

Dr. Aykan Erdemir, the Director of the Turkey Program at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and a former Turkish lawmaker, discusses the situation on the ground in Syria along with Turkey and Russia's role, and analyzes the impact Brett McGurk’s appointment will have on the region.

You can read the articles we discuss on The Daily Roundup here: 

Fighting Continues Over Flashpoint Town in Northern Syria

Biden to Tap More Former Obama Officials for Top National Security Jobs

Biden to pick Brett McGurk for top White House Middle East role

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