Modern Wars

Modern Wars takes a visual look at five important yet overlooked modern conflicts. From the depths of the Cold War in the 1970s to the drone warfare of the 2020s, this book uses 190 vivid historical images and detailed visual maps alongside meticulous research. Explore the military operations, political dynamics, timelines, and significant events in the following five conflicts, each pertinent to a separate decade and region:

• 1974 Invasion of Cyprus: In the summer of 1974, Turkish forces launched a full-scale invasion of Cyprus. This book examines the foreign policies and motivations of each nation involved, paints a vivid picture of the invasion's first day, covers overlooked military operations, and traces events using maps.

• First Congo War (1996-1997): In 1996, a coalition invaded Congo (then Zaire), ending President Mobutu's 32-year rule. The book provides detailed maps and information on the frontlines and offensives, from Laurent-Désiré Kabila's invasion of Lubumbashi to the involvement of various foreign nations.

• Fatah-Hamas Conflict (2006-2007): Within the Gaza Strip, Hamas and Fatah clashed violently in the late 2000s. This book offers a day-by-day account of the frontlines, clashes, and events of the 5-day Hamas takeover of Gaza in 2007, alongside maps for the vague frontlines and the political instability in the First and Second Haniyeh governments.

• Syrian Civil War (2011-2014): One of the deadliest and most complex modern conflicts, the Syrian Civil War is covered in-depth from a neutral perspective with captivating visuals. The book details Bashar Al-Assad's government, the war's initial sparks in 2011, the intense operations of 2012 and 2013, and the rise of ISIS in 2014. The period from 2015 to 2024 is summarized for clarity.

• 2020 Nagorno-Karabakh War: A fierce struggle between Armenia and Azerbaijan for control over the heart of Nagorno-Karabakh, this 2020 conflict used intense tactics, including advanced drones. The book traces the war's operations and timelines, as well as Turkey's significant involvement.