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U.S. Warns of Kurdish Threats Amid Syria Tensions

1/25/2026

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  • Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo warn that Syria's Kurdish population faces threats from President Ahmed al-Sharaa's forces.
  • Kurdish politician Iham Ahmed expresses disappointment in U.S. support, saying Kurds risk extermination and accusing Turkey of attacks.
  • The United States maintains a military partnership with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) but offers no political guarantees.
  • A ceasefire extension was announced amid ongoing tensions.