Jihadist forces surround Kobani as international silence deepens
The Kurdish population in northern Syria is facing an escalating threat of massacre amid renewed military attacks and growing international indifference.
Attacks on Kurdish Regions Backed by International Powers
In Syria, the ruling jihadist group HTS has launched attacks on Kurdish-controlled areas with the backing of the United States and Turkey. These assaults mark a dramatic shift in regional alliances and have placed Kurdish communities in grave danger.
The United States, which once supported Kurdish forces in their fight against ISIS, has now withdrawn that support. Kurdish fighters who previously played a key role in defeating ISIS are now left exposed, while HTS—widely viewed as an ideological and organizational continuation of ISIS—receives political and military backing.
Democratic Kurds Targeted by Jihadist Groups
The Kurds, known for their democratic, secular, and pluralistic governance structures, are once again being targeted by jihadist and terrorist organizations. These groups, supported by the United States and Turkey, pose a direct threat to Kurdish civilian populations and the fragile stability of the region.
Kobani Under Siege
The situation is particularly dire in Kobani, a city that became a global symbol of resistance against ISIS. Jihadist forces have reportedly surrounded the city.
Essential services have collapsed. Electricity, water, and internet access are completely cut off. Hospitals are no longer functioning, leaving civilians without access to medical care. Local sources warn that preparations for a mass killing are underway, raising fears of an imminent humanitarian catastrophe.
Western Silence and Complicity
Despite the severity of the situation, Western countries—most notably the United Kingdom—have remained silent. This lack of response in the face of repeated massacres against the Kurdish people is widely seen as tacit approval, allowing further violence to unfold without consequence.
As the siege tightens and international powers look away, Kurdish civilians in northern Syria face an increasingly uncertain and dangerous future.
