A US shift marked Kurdish-led forces’ fall from power in Syria
Key Developments
The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces have fallen from power in Syria as the U.S. shifts its backing to the country’s new leaders in Damascus.
Government Offensive and Territorial Loss
Instead, the Kurdish-led force lost most of its territory in northeast Syria to a government offensive after intense clashes erupted in the region.
Withdrawal from Contested Areas
The leader of Kurdish-led forces in Syria announced that they will withdraw from a contested area in northern Syria, potentially avoiding a major clash.
US Position and International Response
The Syrian army has pushed deeper into Kurdish-held areas of northern Syria despite U.S. calls to halt its advance. The U.S. has shifted its support toward the Damascus-based government, signaling a strategic realignment in the region.