US’s Rubio hails Syria deal with Kurds, calls for non-sectarian governance
2 weeks, 1 day ago

US’s Rubio hails Syria deal with Kurds, calls for non-sectarian governance

Al Jazeera  

The United States has welcomed Syria’s agreement to integrate the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces into state institutions. Washington’s endorsement comes after the Syrian presidency and the US-backed SDF announced a deal granting the Syrian central government full control of a semi-autonomous region that has been administered by the Kurdish-led alliance since 2015. “The United States reaffirms its support for a political transition that demonstrates credible, non-sectarian governance as the best path to avoid further conflict,” US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in a statement on Tuesday. “We will continue to watch the decisions made by the interim authorities, noting with concern the recent deadly violence against minorities.” On Monday, Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa and SDF commander Mazloum Abdi said they had struck a deal to merge “all civil and military institutions in northeastern Syria” into the national administration, including an airport and oil and gas fields. Washington’s support for the SDF has placed a strain on its relations with Turkiye, which views the group as an extension of the Kurdish nationalist Kurdistan Workers’ Party, which Ankara considers a “terrorist” organisation.

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Three months since the fall of Assad, is Syria headed towards stability or chaos? Explained
1 week, 6 days ago

Three months since the fall of Assad, is Syria headed towards stability or chaos? Explained

The Hindu  

The story so far: Syria has entered a three-month period of political and military uncertainty following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024. His government reached a significant agreement with the U.S.-backed Kurdish Syrian Democratic Forces, integrating the group’s military and administrative structures into the Syrian state. Although the Syrian Arab Army largely disintegrated after Assad’s departure, loyalist …

The end of Kurdish autonomous administration in Syria as SDF, al-Sharaa govt ink key deal
2 weeks, 2 days ago

The end of Kurdish autonomous administration in Syria as SDF, al-Sharaa govt ink key deal

Firstpost  

During the civil war that began in 2011, the Syrian Democratic Forces seized the opportunity presented by the withdrawal of government forces to establish de facto autonomy in the north and northeast regions of Syria Syria's interim president Ahmed al-Sharaa shaking the hand of Syrian Democratic Forces commander-in-chief Mazloum Abdi after the signing of an agreement, to integrate the institutions …

Syrian government strikes a breakthrough deal with Kurdish-led forces
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Syrian government strikes a breakthrough deal with Kurdish-led forces

ABC  

Syria's new government has signed a deal to integrate Kurdish forces in a breakaway region that played a key role in the fight against the Islamic State terrorist group. Syrian defence ministry says Assad loyalists thwarted Photo shows A line of people in camouflage gear, standing outside on a footpath, carrying long guns The violence broke out when gunmen loyal …

Syria merges Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces into state institutions
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Syria merges Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces into state institutions

Al Jazeera  

SDF controls much of northeastern Syria, and has held out against control from Damascus for years. Syria says that it has reached an agreement with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces to integrate the latter with state institutions. The agreement emphasised the unity of Syria, and stipulated that “all civil and military institutions in northeastern Syria” be merged “into the administration …

Syria’s new government strikes deal to integrate powerful Kurdish rival in landmark agreement
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Syria’s new government strikes deal to integrate powerful Kurdish rival in landmark agreement

CNN  

CNN — Syria’s interim government says it has reached a landmark agreement with Kurdish-led forces to integrate them into state institutions as it tries to unify the country’s diverse communities after a decade of civil war. Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa announced the deal on Monday, saying the agreement with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces is aimed at “ensuring the rights …

Syria’s new government strikes deal to integrate powerful Kurdish rival in landmark agreement
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Syria’s new government strikes deal to integrate powerful Kurdish rival in landmark agreement

CNN  

CNN — Syria’s interim government says it has reached a landmark agreement with Kurdish-led forces to integrate them into state institutions as it tries to unify the country’s diverse communities after a decade of civil war. Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa announced the deal on Monday, saying the agreement with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces is aimed at “ensuring the rights …

American ally SDF: Not yet notified of US plan for Syria withdrawal
1 month, 3 weeks ago

American ally SDF: Not yet notified of US plan for Syria withdrawal

Al Jazeera  

Questions grow over the future of 2,000 Syrian Democratic Forces troops in Syria after Bashar al-Assad’s toppling and US President Trump taking office. Hours earlier, NBC News reported, citing two unnamed Pentagon sources, that the administration of US President Donald Trump is drawing up plans to withdraw US troops from Syria in either 30, 60 or 90 days. Trump, who …

US-backed commander says his Kurdish-led group wants a secular and civil state in post-Assad Syria
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US-backed commander says his Kurdish-led group wants a secular and civil state in post-Assad Syria

Hindustan Times  

HASSAKEH, Syria — The commander of the main U.S.-backed force in Syria said Sunday the recent ouster of the Assad family from power should be followed by building a secular, civil and decentralized state that treats all its citizens equally no matter their religion or ethnicity. US-backed commander says his Kurdish-led group wants a secular and civil state in post-Assad …

US-backed commander says his Kurdish-led group wants a secular and civil state in post-Assad Syria
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US-backed commander says his Kurdish-led group wants a secular and civil state in post-Assad Syria

Associated Press  

HASSAKEH, Syria — The commander of the main U.S.-backed force in Syria said Sunday the recent ouster of the Assad family from power should be followed by building a secular, civil and decentralized state that treats all its citizens equally no matter their religion or ethnicity. The commander of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, Mazloum Abdi, said in an interview …

Syrian minister rejects Kurdish-led SDF’s proposal for own military bloc
2 months, 1 week ago

Syrian minister rejects Kurdish-led SDF’s proposal for own military bloc

Al Jazeera  

Integrating Syria’s myriad armed groups into unified command structure is a priority of the new government. Syria’s new defence minister has said it would not be right for US-backed Kurdish fighters based in the country’s northeast to retain their own bloc within the broader integrated Syrian armed forces. SDF commander Mazloum Abdi has said one of their central demands is …

Leaders from rival Kurdish groups look to mend ties during Syria upheaval
2 months, 1 week ago

Leaders from rival Kurdish groups look to mend ties during Syria upheaval

Associated Press  

IRBIL, Iraq — The leaders of two previously rival Kurdish groups met in northern Iraq on Thursday in an apparent step toward reconciliation at a time when the political upheaval in Syria has left Kurds in the region facing an uncertain future. Hoshyar Zebari, a senior Kurdistan Democratic Party official, described the meeting between KDP leader Masoud Barzani and Mazloum …

What is behind US strategy of keeping troops in post-Assad Syria?
2 months, 3 weeks ago

What is behind US strategy of keeping troops in post-Assad Syria?

Al Jazeera  

Washington, DC – The administration of United States President Joe Biden has said it is taking a wait-and-see approach to the fledgling government in Syria, with diplomats in recent weeks holding initial meetings with the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham head, and the country’s de facto leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, as well as the newly appointed Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani. “Syria needs major …

Syria's U.S.-trained opposition fighters wait to learn of their role in a new Syria
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Syria's U.S.-trained opposition fighters wait to learn of their role in a new Syria

NPR  

Syria's U.S.-trained opposition fighters wait to learn of their role in a new Syria toggle caption Manu Brabo for NPR AL-TANF GARRISON, Syria — When Salim Turki al-Anteri took his opposition forces into battle against regime troops in southern Syria this month, it was against his own former tank unit. toggle caption Manu Brabo for NPR Anteri, a colonel and …

Syria's U.S.-backed Kurdish coalition faces an uncertain future after Assad's ouster
3 months ago

Syria's U.S.-backed Kurdish coalition faces an uncertain future after Assad's ouster

NPR  

Syria's U.S.-backed Kurdish coalition faces an uncertain future after Assad's ouster toggle caption Baderkhan Ahmad/AP ISTANBUL – In the aftermath of Bashar al-Assad's ouster, Syria remains territorially fractured as the rebels who defeated Assad work to consolidate power. NATO ally Turkey sees the Kurdish militia groups as a threat An even bigger challenge to the Kurdish coalition comes from Turkey …

US-Backed Kurdish coalition faces uncertainty in Syria
3 months ago

US-Backed Kurdish coalition faces uncertainty in Syria

NPR  

US-Backed Kurdish coalition faces uncertainty in Syria The Kurdish coalition that controls a third of Syria and helped the US fight ISIS is facing a new reality after the ouster of Bashar al-Assad. But as Syria's new Arab leaders try to figure out how to unite their country after the ouster of Bashar al-Assad, the future of the U.S.-backed Kurdish …

US-backed Kurdish forces report ceasefire failure in northen Syria
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3 months, 1 week ago

US-backed Kurdish forces report ceasefire failure in northen Syria

China Daily  

DAMASCUS -- US-led mediation efforts have failed to establish a lasting ceasefire in northern Syria's Manbij and Kobani regions, the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces said on Monday. In a statement from its media center, the SDF accused Türkiye and allied militias of rejecting key provisions in a proposed agreement, including the transfer of remaining Manbij Military Council fighters and civilians …

US-backed Kurdish forces report ceasefire failure in northen Syria
Top News
3 months, 1 week ago

US-backed Kurdish forces report ceasefire failure in northen Syria

China Daily  

DAMASCUS -- US-led mediation efforts have failed to establish a lasting ceasefire in northern Syria's Manbij and Kobani regions, the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces said on Monday. In a statement from its media center, the SDF accused Türkiye and allied militias of rejecting key provisions in a proposed agreement, including the transfer of remaining Manbij Military Council fighters and civilians …

US-backed Kurdish forces report ceasefire failure in northen Syria
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3 months, 1 week ago

US-backed Kurdish forces report ceasefire failure in northen Syria

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-12-17 10:19 DAMASCUS -- US-led mediation efforts have failed to establish a lasting ceasefire in northern Syria's Manbij and Kobani regions, the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces said on Monday. In a statement from its media center, the SDF accused Türkiye and allied militias of rejecting key provisions in a proposed agreement, including the transfer of remaining Manbij …

Turkey says Syria's new rebel rulers agreed to dismantle Kurdish forces
3 months, 1 week ago

Turkey says Syria's new rebel rulers agreed to dismantle Kurdish forces

Hindustan Times  

Turkey said Syria’s new rebel government agrees with Ankara on the need to dismantle Kurdish military forces — a critical US ally in the northern region of Syria — as countries rush to shape the future of the region after the downfall of the Assad regime. “It is out of the question for the Syrian people, or the new administration, …

Syria's future uncertain amid power struggles
3 months, 1 week ago

Syria's future uncertain amid power struggles

China Daily  

By CAI HONG | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-12-15 22:46 Two men ride a motorcycle at a neighbourhood which were not only destroyed during the civil war they were also demolished by the government or stripped by thieves at the Palestinian refugee camp of Yarmouk, outside Damascus, Syria, Saturday, Dec 14, 2024. Foreign stakeholders Zhao Beiping, deputy director of the Center …

Syria won't become flourishing democracy overnight, but it won't join the league of failed states either
3 months, 1 week ago

Syria won't become flourishing democracy overnight, but it won't join the league of failed states either

Firstpost  

Seeing the checks and balances of the various interest groups within and outside Syria, it can be concluded that these forces would not allow Syria to drift into the crisis in which Iraq was post-2003, and Libya drifted and never recovered after the forcible removal of Muammar Gaddafi’s rule in 2011 The fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria and …

Syria in a map: Who controls what now that Assad is gone?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Syria in a map: Who controls what now that Assad is gone?

ABC  

Whenever a leader is overthrown, a power vacuum is created that can be exploited by self-seeking actors. SNA forces, which are backed by neighbouring country Türkiye, have an interest in creating a buffer zone near the Turkish border to keep Syria's Kurdish forces away from it. This last Kurdish group is known as Syria's Democratic Forces and it controls large …

US must prevent Syria from becoming 'terrorist enclave,' Blinken says
3 months, 2 weeks ago

US must prevent Syria from becoming 'terrorist enclave,' Blinken says

China Daily  

WASHINGTON -- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken told a congressional panel Wednesday the United States needs to "do everything possible to avoid" the scenario where Syria becomes a "terrorist enclave." Asked by Congressman Keith Self, Republican from Texas, whether he expected Syria to "descend into a terrorist enclave," Blinken said the administration of President Joe Biden would "do everything …

Syrian Democratic Forces seal US-brokered ceasefire pact with Turkish-backed rebels in Syria
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Syrian Democratic Forces seal US-brokered ceasefire pact with Turkish-backed rebels in Syria

Hindustan Times  

The Kurdish-led force controlling northeast Syria on Wednesday informed that it had reached a ceasefire with Turkish-backed fighters in Manbij, after Islamist-led rebels toppled Bashar al-Assad's government. Turkish-backed Syrian fighters preparing rockets to be fired towards areas in northeastern Syria controlled by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces. Abdi had last week said that the United Nations had been in touch …

US scrambles to quell ISIS resurgence in Syria after fall of Assad
3 months, 2 weeks ago

US scrambles to quell ISIS resurgence in Syria after fall of Assad

CNN  

CNN — The US’ key anti-ISIS partners in Syria said on Wednesday that the ISIS detention facilities they guard are coming under attack and that they have been forced to halt anti-ISIS operations, complicating the US military’s efforts to prevent the terror group from reconstituting following the ouster of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad. But the US’ most important partner there, …

U.S. says it will support new Syrian leaders who protect women and renounce terrorism
3 months, 2 weeks ago

U.S. says it will support new Syrian leaders who protect women and renounce terrorism

LA Times  

A boy poses for a photo with a Hayat Tahrir al Sham fighter Tuesday in the courtyard of the Umayyad Mosque in the old walled city of Damascus, Syria. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken said in a statement that the U.S. would work with groups in Syria and regional partners to ensure that the transition from President Bashar Assad’s …

Biden lays out US policy as Syrian capital falls to rebels
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Biden lays out US policy as Syrian capital falls to rebels

China Daily  

WASHINGTON -- US President Joe Biden in remarks Sunday from the White House laid out a three-pronged policy forward as the opposition forces in Syria seized control of the capital, warning against any extremists' threats. Second, the president said, the United States will help ensure stability "in eastern Syria, protecting any personnel, our personnel, against any threats," and maintain the …

Biden lays out US policy as Syrian capital falls to rebels
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Biden lays out US policy as Syrian capital falls to rebels

China Daily  

WASHINGTON -- US President Joe Biden in remarks Sunday from the White House laid out a three-pronged policy forward as the opposition forces in Syria seized control of the capital, warning against any extremists' threats. Second, the president said, the United States will help ensure stability "in eastern Syria, protecting any personnel, our personnel, against any threats," and maintain the …

Kurdish leader in Syria calls for diplomatic solutions to conflict with Turkey
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Kurdish leader in Syria calls for diplomatic solutions to conflict with Turkey

The Independent  

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US-backed Syrian force that defeated IS 5 years ago warns group still poses international threat
1 year ago

US-backed Syrian force that defeated IS 5 years ago warns group still poses international threat

Associated Press  

BEIRUT — The U.S.-backed force that defeated the Islamic State group in Syria five years ago warned Saturday that the extremists still pose grave dangers throughout the world and called on the international community to find solutions for thousands of fighters still held in its jails. On March 23, 2019, SDF fighters captured the eastern Syrian village of Baghouz marking …

SDF will turn to Assad if Turkey attacks in Syria
2 years, 9 months ago

SDF will turn to Assad if Turkey attacks in Syria

Al Jazeera  

Reports state that Russia and Syrian government forces have bolstered their presence in northern Syria. The United States-backed Syrian Democratic Forces have said that they will turn to the Syrian government for support if Turkey decides to launch a new military operation against them in northern Syria. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has repeatedly said over the past few weeks …

Pentagon chief contradicts Trump and says some US troops will stay in Syria
5 years, 5 months ago

Pentagon chief contradicts Trump and says some US troops will stay in Syria

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy US Defence Secretary Mark Esper …

Trump dismisses Syria concerns; Dems walk out of WH meeting
5 years, 5 months ago

Trump dismisses Syria concerns; Dems walk out of WH meeting

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Washing his hands of Syria, President Donald Trump declared Wednesday the U.S. has no stake in defending the Kurdish fighters who died by the thousands as America’s partners against IS extremists. White House spokeswoman Stephanie Grisham called Pelosi’s action “baffling but not surprising.” She said the speaker “had no intention of listening or contributing to an important meeting …

Trump’s Syria policy: US troops express anger at refusal to support Kurds
5 years, 5 months ago

Trump’s Syria policy: US troops express anger at refusal to support Kurds

CNN  

Washington CNN — A wide range of American military personnel and defense officials are expressing a deep sense of frustration and anger at the Trump administration’s refusal to support Syrian Kurds facing a Turkish military assault, over half a dozen US military and defense officials have told CNN. The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces “are fighting a force that intends to …

Syria: Kurds vow to form ‘human shields’ to fend off looming push
5 years, 5 months ago

Syria: Kurds vow to form ‘human shields’ to fend off looming push

Al Jazeera  

Turkey has long warned of operation in the region to set up ‘safe zone’ to host Syrian refugees and push out enemies. 191007145220366 Washington’s move cleared the way for Ankara to launch its long-threatened offensive and left the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces across the border at risk of being attacked by Turkey, which considers them as “terrorists”. Ankara is yet …

‘Stab in the back’: Kurdish forces decry US pullout from Syria
5 years, 5 months ago

‘Stab in the back’: Kurdish forces decry US pullout from Syria

Al Jazeera  

The Kurdish-led forces who helped the United States defeat the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant group in Syria have accused Washington of reneging on its commitments by pulling out troops from the country’s northeast and clearing the way for a Turkish assault on the Kurdish-controlled region. In a statement on Monday, the Syrian Democratic Forces pledged to “defend …

Timeline: US intervention in Syria’s war since 2011
5 years, 5 months ago

Timeline: US intervention in Syria’s war since 2011

Al Jazeera  

Round-up of US actions – from sanctioning Syrians in April 2011 to pulling out forces from border area in October 2019. As US forces pull back from parts of northern Syria and make way for a threatened Turkish military offensive, here is a recap of Washington’s involvement in the Syrian conflict. Trump orders strikes On April 7, 2017, US forces …

In Major Policy Shift, U.S. Will Stand Aside As Turkish Forces Extend Reach In Syria
5 years, 5 months ago

In Major Policy Shift, U.S. Will Stand Aside As Turkish Forces Extend Reach In Syria

NPR  

In Major Policy Shift, U.S. Will Stand Aside As Turkish Forces Extend Reach In Syria Enlarge this image toggle caption Maya Alleruzzo/AP Maya Alleruzzo/AP Updated at 1:05 p.m. ET The White House announced late Sunday that Turkey is ready to launch an offensive in northern Syria and that U.S. forces will stand aside, renewing fears that America is abandoning Kurdish …

EXCLUSIVE: America’s top ally in Syria warns ISIS is resurging
5 years, 6 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: America’s top ally in Syria warns ISIS is resurging

CNN  

CNN — America’s top ally in the fight against ISIS, the commander of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, warned Friday that the terrorist group was resurging in Syria and asked for increased US support for his troops as they seek to keep ISIS from reestablishing itself. Asked if he agreed with a recent Pentagon inspector general report that said ISIS …

Syria: World reacts to Trump’s decision to pull US troops out
6 years, 3 months ago

Syria: World reacts to Trump’s decision to pull US troops out

Al Jazeera  

UK, France stunned, while Russia and Turkey sense opportunity to advance own agenda, as Trump says ISIL is defeated. Trump’s declaration that the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant group had been “defeated” was not endorsed by allies who have fought alongside the US in Syria. We will continue to work with members of the Coalition on achieving this.” …

'US has defeated Islamic State': After Donald Trump tweet, officials announce full withdrawal of troops from Syria
6 years, 3 months ago

'US has defeated Islamic State': After Donald Trump tweet, officials announce full withdrawal of troops from Syria

Firstpost  

The United States will withdraw its troops from Syria, a US official said on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump said America has defeated Islamic State in the war-ravaged country Washington: The United States will withdraw its troops from Syria, a US official said on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump said America has “defeated Islamic State” in the war-ravaged country. “We …

US-backed offensive against ISIS to resume after pause
6 years, 4 months ago

US-backed offensive against ISIS to resume after pause

CNN  

Washington CNN — The US-backed ground offensive against some of ISIS’s final strongholds in Syria is set to resume after coming to a halt following cross-border clashes between the US-supported Syrian Democratic Forces and Turkey. As part of that effort, following the cross-border attacks, the US military conducted a series of “assurance patrols” last week with the SDF in northern …

Key US allies ‘temporarily’ halt campaign against ISIS in Syria following clashes with Turkey
6 years, 4 months ago

Key US allies ‘temporarily’ halt campaign against ISIS in Syria following clashes with Turkey

CNN  

Washington CNN — The US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces have announced a pause in their campaign against ISIS following clashes between the SDF and Turkish forces, according to two US military officials and a statement from the SDF. Sean Robertson told CNN on Tuesday that the US was encouraging “all parties to avoid escalation and focus on the most important task …

Syria's Bashar al-Assad threatens force against US-backed Kurds, says Americans should leave the country
6 years, 9 months ago

Syria's Bashar al-Assad threatens force against US-backed Kurds, says Americans should leave the country

Firstpost  

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has warned US-backed Kurdish forces he would not hesitate to use force to retake the third of the country they control Damascus: Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has warned US-backed Kurdish forces he would not hesitate to use force to retake the third of the country they control. “The only problem left in Syria is the SDF,” …

US battle with Syrian regime forces complicates Trump’s Syria strategy
7 years, 1 month ago

US battle with Syrian regime forces complicates Trump’s Syria strategy

CNN  

CNN — A large-scale attack by over 500 Syrian troops aligned with Bashar al-Assad on a base used by US troops and local US allies underscored the challenges faced by the Trump administration as it seeks to implement its long-term strategy for Syria, with both the Russian-backed regime and NATO ally Turkey recently conducting or threating attacks against America’s primary …

By reversing its policy in Syria the US is fuelling more wars in the Middle East
7 years, 2 months ago

By reversing its policy in Syria the US is fuelling more wars in the Middle East

The Independent  

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New US-backed Syria force: Five things you should know
7 years, 2 months ago

New US-backed Syria force: Five things you should know

Al Jazeera  

Here is what you need to know about the US-backed Syria force reportedly in the making in the country’s northeast. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the US was working to form a “terror army” on his country’s southern border by training and supplying the force that would include Kurdish fighters. “The coalition is working jointly with the to establish …

Syrian army pledges to eject US troops
7 years, 2 months ago

Syrian army pledges to eject US troops

CNN  

Story highlights The US maintains some 2,000 troops in Syria The statement comes after the US-led coalition fighting ISIS announced plans to boost border security in the region Washington CNN — Troops allied with Syria’s President Bashar al-Assad are determined to “end the presence of the US” in the country, Syria’s state-run news agency, SANA, said Monday, citing an official …

Syria’s SDF rebels: ISIL’s nemesis or American proxy?
7 years, 5 months ago

Syria’s SDF rebels: ISIL’s nemesis or American proxy?

Al Jazeera  

The US-backed group that captured Raqqa from ISIL competes with Syrian government forces for control of oil fields. “SDF forces continue to play an important role in Raqqa by clearing devices left behind by ISIL terrorists with the intent to kill and maim indiscriminately,” the spokesperson told Al Jazeera. “The Raqqa Council requires significantly more support in order to meet …

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