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Just a Kurd to him: Trump’s Syria withdrawal

The Intelligence from The Economist

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This chapter analyzes President Trump's decision to withdraw American troops from parts of Syria and its repercussions for Kurdish forces who played a vital role in combating ISIS. It examines the historical context of the conflict and the challenges Kurdish forces now face from regional adversaries, particularly Turkey, amid waning U.S. support.

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