Turkish-backed Militias Seizing Territory in Northern Syria

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Turkish-backed militias in Syria are seizing territory and endangering Kurdish civilians, potentially engaging in ethnic cleansing. The clashes are part of an operation supported by Turkey to erode Kurdish control over northern Syria. The Kurds lead the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and warn of Islamic State regrouping.

Key Points

  • Turkish-backed militias are targeting Kurdish forces in Syria
  • Kurds warn of Islamic State regrouping due to the chaos
  • Reports of ethnic cleansing and mass arrests in Aleppo governate

Pros

  • Efforts to maintain stability in the region
  • Preventing terrorist groups from exploiting the instability

Cons

  • Reports of ethnic cleansing and humanitarian crimes by pro-Turkish militias
  • Mass arrests and kidnappings of civilians by Turkish-backed militants