US lawmakers urge protection for Syrian Kurds as forces advance
In a stark warning, US Senator Lindsey Graham has expressed "strong consensus" among lawmakers to protect the Syrian Kurdish population amid reports of government forces advancing on their territory. The comments come after the Syrian president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, ordered his army to conquer the region controlled by US-allied groups, such as the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
Graham's statement highlights growing bipartisan interest in the deteriorating situation in Syria and emphasizes the need to safeguard Kurdish allies who played a crucial role in defeating ISIS. The senator's remarks were echoed by former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who described turning against the Kurds as "a moral and strategic disaster".
The Trump administration's decision has sparked criticism from the Syrian Kurds, who fear for their lives and accuse Turkey of nefarious involvement. Iham Ahmed, a prominent Kurdish politician, warned that the US should take a firmer stance, stating, "We really wished to see a firm position from the US The Kurdish people are at the risk of extermination."
Turkey has been accused of backing attacks on the region, with statements encouraging the extermination of Kurdish civilians. Tony Perkins, president of the Family Research Council, urged caution, emphasizing that Islamist forces should not seize territory controlled by trusted allies.
The situation remains volatile, with a 15-day ceasefire extension announced despite continued government troop buildups near Kurdish-held areas. The SDF representative to the US has accused Washington of "betrayal" for failing to provide long-term political guarantees.
US lawmakers are urging protection for the Syrian Kurds as forces advance on their territory. The comments come amid growing concern over the situation in Syria and Turkey's alleged involvement.
In a stark warning, US Senator Lindsey Graham has expressed "strong consensus" among lawmakers to protect the Syrian Kurdish population amid reports of government forces advancing on their territory. The comments come after the Syrian president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, ordered his army to conquer the region controlled by US-allied groups, such as the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
Graham's statement highlights growing bipartisan interest in the deteriorating situation in Syria and emphasizes the need to safeguard Kurdish allies who played a crucial role in defeating ISIS. The senator's remarks were echoed by former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who described turning against the Kurds as "a moral and strategic disaster".
The Trump administration's decision has sparked criticism from the Syrian Kurds, who fear for their lives and accuse Turkey of nefarious involvement. Iham Ahmed, a prominent Kurdish politician, warned that the US should take a firmer stance, stating, "We really wished to see a firm position from the US The Kurdish people are at the risk of extermination."
Turkey has been accused of backing attacks on the region, with statements encouraging the extermination of Kurdish civilians. Tony Perkins, president of the Family Research Council, urged caution, emphasizing that Islamist forces should not seize territory controlled by trusted allies.
The situation remains volatile, with a 15-day ceasefire extension announced despite continued government troop buildups near Kurdish-held areas. The SDF representative to the US has accused Washington of "betrayal" for failing to provide long-term political guarantees.
US lawmakers are urging protection for the Syrian Kurds as forces advance on their territory. The comments come amid growing concern over the situation in Syria and Turkey's alleged involvement.
... I mean, on one hand, it's awesome that US lawmakers are finally showing some consistency on this front 
, but on the other hand, it's really worrying to see the Syrian Kurds caught in the middle of all this geopolitical drama 
. Turkey's involvement is looking increasingly suspicious, and it's not hard to imagine things spiraling out of control... But at the same time, it's nice to see some bipartisan support for the SDF 
... I just hope that something gets done soon to prevent a humanitarian disaster 
.