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What is behind US strategy of keeping troops in post-Assad Syria?

What is behind US strategy of keeping troops in post-Assad Syria?


Published on 2025-01-06 10:20:45 - MSN
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  • Analysts say priorities extend beyond anti-ISIL mission and include keeping leverage as Syria's future takes shape.

The article from MSN discusses the U.S. strategy for maintaining a military presence in Syria even after the potential fall of President Bashar al-Assad's regime. Key points include:

  • Strategic Interests: The U.S. aims to counterbalance Iranian influence in the region, prevent the resurgence of ISIS, and secure oil fields to deny resources to adversaries.

  • Military Presence: There are approximately 900 U.S. troops in Syria, primarily in the northeast, working alongside the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), which is predominantly Kurdish.

  • Political Implications: The U.S. presence is seen as a stabilizing force, potentially aiding in any post-Assad transition by ensuring security and supporting local governance structures.

  • International Relations: The strategy involves navigating complex relationships with Turkey, Russia, and local Syrian factions, with the U.S. presence often criticized by Turkey due to its support for Kurdish groups.

  • Long-term Goals: The U.S. seeks to foster a political solution that could lead to a more inclusive government in Syria, although the exact nature of U.S. involvement post-Assad remains uncertain due to the fluid political landscape.

    This strategy reflects a broader U.S. policy of maintaining influence in the Middle East, ensuring regional stability, and countering the expansion of rival powers like Iran and Russia.

    Read the Full MSN Article at:
    [ https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/what-is-behind-us-strategy-of-keeping-troops-in-post-assad-syria/ar-AA1x2ZwM ]
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