Bernard Smith

Bernard Smith is a reporter for Al Jazeera covering the ongoing conflict in Syria between the Syrian government forces and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). He is newsworthy due to his on-the-ground reporting of recent developments in the region, particularly concerning the SDF's withdrawal from Aleppo and the subsequent actions of Syrian government forces. Smith's reports have included analysis of the shifting US stance towards the SDF and its impact on the conflict. He recently gained access to and reported on the extensive network of tunnels built by SDF fighters in Aleppo. His reporting provides insights into the dynamics of the conflict, the SDF's position, and the implications of the ceasefire deadline and potential integration of SDF fighters into the Syrian army.