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Iraq’s Consolidation and the Kurds

Iraq’s Consolidation and the Kurds

Iraq has made surprising gains in its effort to undermine or eliminate Kurdish autonomy since mid-October when we first visited this issue. Phillip Smyth joins me again to look at recent developments and the potential implications.

What Has Russia Gained in Syria?

What Has Russia Gained in Syria?

Regular Blogs of War and Covert Contact contributor William J. Tucker joins me after a long break to discuss Russia’s intervention in Syria. Why are they there, what were their true motives, what have they gained, and where does this action fit in the context of Russia’s long-standing

ISIS Declares Caliphate - Rebrands as "The Islamic State"

ISIS Declares Caliphate - Rebrands as "The Islamic State"

It was clear that ISIS was on a mad dash to consolidate power. They have worked overtime to leverage the spoils of war, new recruits and recent territorial gains. But yesterday’s announcement makes it exceedingly clear that they are going all-in on this one. And, lest you have any

Syria's S-300 Air Defense System in Perspective

Syria's S-300 Air Defense System in Perspective

William J. Tucker [https://blogsofwar.com/tag/william-tucker/] serves as a senior security representative to a major government contractor where he acts as the Counterintelligence Officer, advises on counterterrorism issues, and prepares personnel for overseas travel. His additional duties include advising his superiors in matters concerning emergency management and business

Free Syrian Army Brigade Threatens to Execute Iranian Captives

Free Syrian Army Brigade Threatens to Execute Iranian Captives

Freedom fighters do not execute hostages even when they might actually deserve it: > A brigade from the Free Syrian Army (FSA) known as the Bar’a released a video aired on Al-Arabiya in which they warned they would execute an Iranian prisoner “for each martyr who is killed.” > The militia