Syria’s interim government, backed by Islamist mercenaries, has launched large-scale attacks on the autonomous Rojava region. While Western states endorse Syrian president Ahmed al-Sharaa, domestically his government relies on violent repression.

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    Ever since the early days of the Syrian civil war, the Kurds of northern Syria have been a spark of hope, fighting not just for themselves, but for every oppressed minority, empowering women in a part of the world where women are often second class citizens, fighting for freedom and equality.

    I really want to see them succeed, but the odds are stacked against them, and Erdogan hates all Kurds.