So the Lira has currently hit an all time low against the US Dollar
This explains why Erdogan is planning a new offensive in Syria. Right out of the authoritarian playbook. When the economy is not doing well, rally the people behind a military offensive.
The only question is, will the US do anything to stand up for their YPG allies this time or will they abandon them to their fate again ? If they honestly allow Erdogan to pummel them again, the YPG should seriously consider an alliance with the Syrian government. What the heck is the point of an ally that doesn't even stand up for you ?
This explains why Erdogan is planning a new offensive in Syria. Right out of the authoritarian playbook. When the economy is not doing well, rally the people behind a military offensive.
Erdogan: New military operation in Syria ‘soon’
Turkish leader says aim is to create 30km ‘safe zone’ in Syria; would be fourth major Turkish incursion since 2016.
www.aljazeera.com
The only question is, will the US do anything to stand up for their YPG allies this time or will they abandon them to their fate again ? If they honestly allow Erdogan to pummel them again, the YPG should seriously consider an alliance with the Syrian government. What the heck is the point of an ally that doesn't even stand up for you ?