I would assume that the Russians have an effort underway to influence the Kurds to blame NATO for Turkey’s invasion - which Russia itself invited and continues to allow in the airspace that they control.
Initially, there was blame against Russia, so they had to get busy. Now their efforts to cover up their guilt and mis-direct the blame/resentment seem to be working. Making fools of the Kurds, as well as bringing this doom down upon them.
I don’t like the tone of comments about NATO. It is correct that NATO member “weapons” were used against Afrin which was largely a peaceful civilian city and region.
There were F-16’s and Leopard Tanks used to do most of the damage. Not sure what type of Howitzers were used.
I do no believe that Russia is behind this article. Reason? The blame for this happening is totally on Russia. It is clear in the eye of the Kurds they allowed this. Probably at Assad’s direction, promoted by Iran.
I’ve never seen the leaders of the Syrian Kurds practice propaganda. (this article is not by the Kurd leadership) It is very clear that Erdogan and his agents lie every breath. Has been this way since the “coup attempt”. (real or faux)
Now, the issue is, what is to be done about Turkey. We can mark time until Erdogan implodes, or until he bleeds more of the neighborhood on whatever pretense he makes up.
He is still a Member (probably not in good standing) of NATO.
I’m not a leftist, period. But I still have great respect for the Syrian Kurds and their battle against terrorist. Turkey is now the center of the Muslim Brotherhood, home of al Qaeda in the Region and home of ISIS. About a week ago, an Egyptian friend sent me a photo of ISIS on a bus with statement they were ISIS reinforcements being sent into Afrin. He did not tell me his source, but I think he knew then that Daesh was a significant part of the invasion.
I believe that they do have proof that 3,000 ISIS fighters were used in the assault of Afrin, as the link I sent you stated.