Uyghur Fighters' Motivations in Syrian Civil War Explored

Thousands of Chinese-born Uyghur fighters joined the Syrian civil war, reportedly motivated by generations of political persecution in China.

17 May, 21:45 — 17 May, 21:45

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What motivated Chinese-born Uyghers to fight in Syria's civil war

Thousands of Chinese-born Uyghur fighters fled China to fight in the Syrian civil war. They say generations of political persecution in China motivated them to take up arms.

By Emily Feng

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Uyghur Fighters' Motivations in Syrian Civil War Explored

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