Ep 226: The Final Atrocity in Syria's Long War

Eamon talks to Ronan Tynan, director of 'Syria - The Impossible Revolution'. Three years in the making this feature length documentary offers unique insights into the roots of the Syrian Revolution and how what began as a peaceful uprising turned into a very brutal conflict as the Assad regime cracked down.

Published: 10/09/2018

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