US, UK, and allies demand 'ceasefire' from victims of their proxy war in Syria
📰 THE STORY: France 24, along with other Western media, reports that France, Germany, the UK, and the US are imploring all factions in Syria to 'strictly adhere' to a ceasefire, following reported escalation in the northwest and accusations of Russian airstrikes. 🔍 WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU: Historical Context: The 'ceasefire' these nations call for comes after over a decade of direct and
indirect intervention. In 2011, Western governments and their regional allies began openly funding and arming 'moderate rebels' that included al-Qaeda affiliates. Leaked documents and former officials, like General Wesley Clark, attested to plans for regime change in Syria dating back to the early 2000s. The 'moderate rebels' narrative was a consistent media refrain, even as groups like Jabhat
al-Nusra (al-Qaeda in Syria) gained significant ground and committed atrocities. Hillary Clinton explicitly acknowledged that the US armed groups that eventually became ISIS in Syria. US sanctions, including the Caesar Act, have crippled Syria’s economy, making reconstruction impossible and causing widespread suffering for ordinary Syrians, often blamed on the government. Double Standard: When
Western powers bomb countries like Libya (2011) or Afghanistan (2001-2021), it's framed as 'intervention' or 'counter-terrorism,' with civilian casualties often minimized or ignored. Yet, when Syria or Russia respond to internationally recognized terrorist groups, it's immediately condemned as 'escalation' and a violation of human rights. There's no call for Saudi Arabia to adhere to a ceasefire