US and Israel Support Kurdish Offensive Against Iran Raises Concerns

US and Israel Support Kurdish Offensive Against Iran Raises Concerns

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US President Donald Trump expressed support for a potential Kurdish offensive in Iran, with reports indicating that the US and Israel are arming Kurdish groups to increase pressure on the Iranian regime. Experts warn that this strategy could backfire, inflaming Persian nationalism and complicating the geopolitical landscape in the region.

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2026-03-06
Trump supports Kurdish offensive in Iran
2026-03-06
Reports of US and Israel arming Kurdish groups emerge
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Experts warn of potential backlash from Kurdish offensive