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YPJ Kurds: Structure, Role, and Historical Context

The YPJ, or Women’s Protection Units, is a Kurdish all-women military and security organization active primarily in northern and eastern Syria. It functions as the women’s b...

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CJSOTF Afghanistan: meaning, role, and operational context explained

CJSOTF Afghanistan refers to the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force Afghanistan, a multinational special operations headquarters that planned, coordinated, and enabled...

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Syria War Map: How to Read the Conflict, Key Actors, and Current Frontlines

The Syria war map shows a divided country where multiple territories are controlled by different armed groups and state actors. Understanding these frontlines, administrative bo...

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Missiles Launched at Syria: What This Means Over Time

Missiles launched at Syria predominantly refer to strikes and rocket attacks involving multiple state and non-state actors from 2011 onward. Government and allied forces, includ...

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