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US Expresses Concern Over Potential Syria-Turkey Military Alignment Against Kurds

Published January 16, 2026, 08:20
US Expresses Concern Over Potential Syria-Turkey Military Alignment Against Kurds

US Senator Lindsey Graham has voiced strong concerns about a potential military alignment between Syria and Turkey, which could harm the Syrian Kurds. Graham emphasized that the Kurds are the most reliable allies of the United States in the fight against ISIS and that they control approximately 9,000 dangerous prisoners of the organization. The return of these fighters to the battlefield would pose a serious threat to US national security. While acknowledging the new Syrian government's right to a fair chance, Graham warned that an escalation of attacks against the Kurds with Turkish support would provoke a strong reaction from Congress. He stressed that transferring responsibility for guarding ISIS prisoners to the Syrian army or Turkey instead of the Kurds would not be accepted. The senator warned that any decision contrary to supporting the Kurds would be a mistake and urged all parties involved to choose wisely. His concern stems from the potential for destabilization of the region and the resurgence of terrorism. Furthermore, Graham announced that he plans to travel to Israel to meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, amid heightened tensions due to the situation in Iran. This visit underscores the importance the US side places on regional security and stability.