Turkey's FM Hakan Fidan Says Trump Will Shift U.S. Policy in Syria, Focus on ISIS Detainees and SDF

Dec 22, 2024, 03:36 PM

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed confidence that U.S. President-elect Donald Trump will prioritize American interests and adopt a different approach to Syria compared to the current administration. Fidan indicated that Trump would reassess the U.S. presence in Syria and the partnership with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). He noted that Trump has recognized the changing dynamics in the region, particularly regarding the issue of ISIS detainees, which raises questions about the necessity of U.S. involvement in Syria. Fidan believes Trump's perspective will lead to a new strategy in addressing these challenges.