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PKK/YPG terrorist group seeks Israel’s help in Syria

PKK/YPG terrorist group seeks Israel's help in Syria A member of the PKK/YPG terrorist organization in Syria. (AFP Photo)
By Newsroom
Dec 30, 2024 1:05 PM

The PKK/YPG terrorist group which occupies areas in northeastern Syria, has sought diplomatic assistance from Israel to ensure continued U.S. military presence in the region amid growing concerns over a potential American withdrawal, according to a report published by Israel’s state broadcaster KAN.

PKK/YPG terrorist group seeks Israel's help in Syria
U.S. troops patrol near oil wells in al-Qahtaniyah in Syria’s northeastern Hasakah province, close to the border with Türkiye, June 14, 2023. (AFP Photo)

Terrorists concerned over US withdrawal from Syria

According to KAN, the PKK/YPG’s so-called leadership is reportedly alarmed by the possibility of U.S. forces leaving Syria.

This concern has reignited fears reminiscent of 2018, when then-U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to withdraw American troops from Syria—a decision later reversed, in part, due to Israeli lobbying.

An unnamed PKK/YPG terrorist told KAN that if Israel could use its diplomatic influence to secure continued U.S. support for the alleged coalition forces—mostly benefiting the PKK/YPG in Syria—it would represent a “historic milestone” in the relationship between the terrorist group and Israel.

PKK/YPG terrorist group seeks Israel's help in Syria
U.S. Troops in Syria (Collage by Mehmet Akbas)

Reports of a communication channel between PKK/YPG terrorist group and Israel

The KAN report also mentioned the establishment of a communication channel between Israel and the PKK/YPG in recent weeks.

Details about the nature and purpose of this channel remain unknown for now.

Last Updated:  Dec 30, 2024 1:50 PM
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