Playing into Putin’s Hands: The White Helmets, Douma, And How U.S. Failures Become Russian Opportunities
On May 3, the Syrian Civil Defense, known as the White Helmets, announced that the U.S. State Department had suspended funding for the group, stating that the support is “under active review.” The White Helmets are Syrian volunteer rescue workers that focus on providing protection and recovery assistance for Syrian civilians caught in the crossfire of the country’s ongoing civil war. Head of the White Helmets, Raed Saleh, expressed concern for the group’s long-term viability without State Department assistance... Читать дальше...