Syrian Government Push Eastward Exposes Failed U.S. Strategy and Risks to American Interests
As Syrian government forces reclaim key territories from Kurdish-led groups east of the Euphrates, Washington’s partnership with the Syrian Democratic Forces unravels, threatening stability and U.S. influence in a region critical to counterterrorism and energy interests.
The recent seizure of Tabqa by Syrian government troops underscores a significant shift in the volatile landscape of northeastern Syria—one shaped by weak U.S. policy and unclear alliances that jeopardize American national security.Is Washington’s Kurdish Ally Sliding Away?Since 2017, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), backed by the United States, have been hailed as an essential partner against ISIS in Syria. However, the ongoing clashes between Damascus and these same Kurdish-led forces reveal a dangerous erosion of that alliance. The Syrian government's advance into strategic towns like Tabqa — home to a controlling dam and military air base — highlights Moscow-backed...
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