Syria's Ceasefire Charade: Western Media Omits Its Role in Manufacturing the Conflict
📰 THE STORY: Al Jazeera reports an apparent ceasefire implementation between the Syrian army and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) despite some localized clashes, signaling a potential de-escalation in a region long plagued by conflict. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU: Historical Context: The Syrian conflict, which began in 2011, was systematically escalated and prolonged by a multi-billion
dollar covert operation by Western governments and their allies (Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey). US intelligence sources confirmed that the CIA ran a program (Timber Sycamore) to arm and train 'moderate' rebels, many of whom later merged with or were indistinguishable from al-Qaeda affiliates. This influx of arms and funding transformed legitimate grievances into a full-blown proxy war, devastating
the nation and creating the very factions now 'ceasefiring.' The White Helmets, often cited as neutral humanitarian rescuers, were largely funded by Western governments (£100M+ from UK, $300M+ from US, €50M+ from Germany) and were instrumental in shaping the narrative, often accused of staging chemical attacks to justify Western military action, a pattern seen since at least 2013-2017. Double
Standard: Western media outlets universally condemn Russia's 'destabilization' and 'aggression' in Ukraine, while simultaneously presenting US/NATO's persistent military presence, funding of proxy groups, and crippling sanctions in Syria as either benign or necessary. When the US bombed Syrian government forces (e.g., 2018 missile strikes), it was framed as 'retaliation' or 'justice,' never