Can MANPADS Be Controlled in Syria?

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Theoretically, yes, but it’s an untested—and highly dangerous—proposition.

Published Oct. 20 2015 1:00AM EDT

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In recent weeks, Syrian opposition groups have renewed calls for the United States and other countries to supply man-portable air defense systems (MANPADS) to Syria’s beleaguered rebel forces.

Nic Jenzen-Jones

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Can MANPADS Be Controlled in Syria?

Theoretically, yes, but it’s an untested—and highly dangerous—proposition.

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Nic Jenzen-Jones