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Ideal Syrian Ally for U.S., Except for Qaeda Ties.

Authors :
HUBBARD, BEN
Shoumali, Karam
Samaan, Maher
Saad, Hwaida
Schmitt, Eric
Source :
New York Times. 8/26/2015, Vol. 164 Issue 56970, pA1-A8. 2p. 1 Color Photograph, 1 Black and White Photograph.
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

The article focuses on the Syrian rebel group known as Ahrar al-Sham, or the Free Men of Syria. The author explains that Ahrar al-Sham has vowed to fight the terrorist organization the Islamic State, also known as ISIS or ISIL, discusses their views on Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, and explores their relationship with the militant Islam terrorist organization Qaeda. INSET: Water Is Called Casualty of War.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03624331
Volume :
164
Issue :
56970
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
109095610