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Syria : Did Washington "abandon" the Kurds?

Syria : Did Washington "abandon" the Kurds?

21 Ocak 2026France 24

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On January 20, Syria's government and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) reached a new ceasefire agreement. This development follows Washington's statement indicating that the SDF's role in combating the Islamic State group has largely concluded. The Syrian army has also deployed reinforcements to the Kurdish stronghold in the northeast, signaling a shift in the dynamics of the region.

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The announcement from Washington raises questions about the United States' commitment to its Kurdish allies in Syria. With the SDF's primary mission against the Islamic State being deemed complete, the potential for a power vacuum in the region could lead to increased tensions between the Syrian government and Kurdish forces. This shift could also alter the balance of power in northeastern Syria, impacting both local and regional stability.

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The SDF has been a key ally of the United States in the fight against the Islamic State, playing a crucial role in liberating territory from jihadist control. However, as the threat from ISIS diminishes, the U.S. appears to be recalibrating its support, which may leave the Kurds vulnerable to Syrian government advances.

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