After 4 Years Of Strikes, Russia Emerges As Key Player In Syria

The video discusses the Syrian conflict, which began in 2011 as a revolt against President Bashar al Assad and escalated into a humanitarian crisis involving major global powers. Russia's intervention in 2015, at Assad's request, played a significant role in the conflict, providing military support and blocking UN ceasefire resolutions. Critics accuse Russia of shielding Assad from human rights scrutiny and downplaying civilian casualties. The video outlines a timeline of Russian operations and highlights international reactions, including accusations of war crimes and the bombing of hospitals.

What year did Russia begin its military intervention in Syria at the request of Assad's government?

• 2011

• 2013

• 2015

• 2017

Which major city did Russia support Syria in an offensive operation in September 2016?

• Damascus

• Aleppo

• Raqqa

• Homs

In which year did Russia veto a UN Security Council resolution to extend an investigation into a chemical weapons attack?

• 2016

• 2017

• 2018

• 2015

What was the primary reason given by Russian officials for blocking ceasefire resolutions at the UN?

• To support humanitarian aid

• To maintain military presence

• To combat armed groups considered terrorists

• To protect Syrian civilians

Which organization reported that both US-led and Russian-Syrian coalitions have committed war crimes by harming civilians?

• International Criminal Court

• United Nations Commission of Inquiry on Syria

• Human Rights Watch

• Amnesty International