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How Turkey Would Invade Syria

Jun 30, 2015 | 20:51 GMT

Turkish military trucks and soldiers near the Akcakale crossing gate between Turkey and Syria on June 15.

(BULENT KILIC/AFP/Getty Images)

Summary

Numerous but unverified reports in the Turkish media say the Turkish military will soon intervene in Syria. Notably, high-level officials including Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu have not denied the claims, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has taken to Twitter to emphasize that the Turks will not allow terror organizations to take advantage of the chaotic environment along Turkey's borders. However, the operation discussed in the media, especially the possibility of a ground incursion, is unlikely. Still, it is worth highlighting the risks that will constrain Turkey in the off chance it decides to pursue such a course of action.

Any potential Turkish military operation in Syria would face tremendous and varied risks....

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