Trump Backs Away From Kurdish-Iran Military Plan
What Happened Last week, President Trump held discussions with Iraqi and Iranian Kurdish leaders about potential military cooperation against Iran. According to reports, Trump offered significant US military support, including extensive aircover and logistical assistance, for Kurdish armed groups to launch cross-border operations from Iraq into Iran targeting regime forces. One Kurdish leader characterized Trump’s message as an ultimatum: “Kurds must choose a side in this battle — either with America and Israel or with Iran.