Video: Syria SDF ‘outlived usefulness to US’ explains Al Jazeera reporter

Al JazeeraEN 1 min read 100% complete January 21, 2026 at 01:39 PM

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In January 2026, the Syrian army gained control of territory previously held by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). A four-day ceasefire is currently in effect between the two sides. According to Al Jazeera's Bernard Smith, a shift in the United States' position has significantly contributed to this change in control. Smith suggests the US no longer sees the SDF as essential. The report indicates the US's altered stance is a primary factor in the Syrian army's recent territorial gains from the SDF.

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Bernard Smith 50% Al Jazeera 60% United States 70% Syria 80% Syrian Army 80% Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) 90%

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syria 100% sdf 90% us stance 80% ceasefire 70% kurdish-led 60% al jazeera 50% bernard smith 40%

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Al Jazeera

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Syria

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