Retired Brigadier General Mark Kimmitt on the Turkey-Syria Conflict

The video discusses the complex geopolitical situation involving Turkey, the YPG, and the United States. It highlights the challenges in reaching a comprehensive deal with Turkey, focusing on the YPG's role in Syria and Turkey's security concerns. The discussion extends to the establishment of safe zones and the broader geopolitical issues, including Turkey's acquisition of S-400 missiles from Russia and its implications. The video also explores Turkey's shifting alliances, particularly its growing ties with Russia, due to strained relations with the EU and the US.

What is the fundamental issue between Turkey and the US regarding the YPG?

• The YPG is a neutral party in the conflict.

• The YPG is an ally of Turkey.

• The YPG is an offshoot of a terrorist organization.

• The YPG is a part of NATO.

What is one of the main challenges in establishing safe zones in Syria?

• Finding a new location for the YPG.

• Deciding the depth of the buffer zone.

• Building new military bases.

• Negotiating with the EU.

Why is it important to resolve the issue in Syria before addressing larger geopolitical concerns?

• To focus on economic sanctions.

• To increase military presence in the region.

• To prevent Turkey from invading northern Syria.

• To strengthen the EU's position.

What risk does the US face if it pushes Turkey too hard?

• Turkey could align more closely with Russia.

• Turkey might join the EU.

• Turkey could increase its military budget.

• Turkey might leave NATO.

What has caused Turkey to look elsewhere beyond the West?

• Military victories in the region.

• Increased trade with China.

• Rejection by the EU and challenges with the US.

• Successful negotiations with the US.