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Weekend Reading: Can A No-Fly Zone Over Syria Fly?

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  • Steven A. CookCFR Expert
    Eni Enrico Mattei Senior Fellow for Middle East and Africa Studies

Steven A. Cook probes the arguments against a No-Fly Zone over Syria.

Gary Schmitt says it is doubtful that the Pentagon really believes that Syria’s air defenses are a significant hurdle to intervening in that country’s war.

Michael Koplow argues that a No-Fly Zone over Syria would present obstacles for the United States.

Dan Trombly claims that a No-Fly Zone over Syria would have a huge cost, and would likely result in minimal returns.