Does the shared opposition to the new Syrian regime create a convergence of interests between the Kurds in eastern Syria and Hezbollah in Lebanon?
According to several reports, in recent weeks the Syrian Democratic Forces (the Kurds) have been working to strengthen their ties in Lebanon. Among other things, a secret meeting was held in Beirut with Hezbollah representatives, headed by Sayyid Ammar al-Musawi, head of the International Relations Department in Hezbollah’s Political Council.
Apparently, this was a meeting intended to exchange views and assess developments in the Syrian arena, security challenges, and the future of spheres of influence in Syria. During the meeting, the Kurds also sought to examine whether communication channels exist—or might develop—between the al-Sharaa regime and Hezbollah, possibly under Turkish auspices.
The Kurds are in dispute with the al-Sharaa regime, and military clashes between the sides occur almost daily. It is unclear whether a meaningful alliance is beginning to take shape between the parties against the backdrop of a shared enemy—the al-Sharaa regime. It is possible that this is merely a limited dialogue aimed at establishing situational assessments on each side.
In the Middle East, even connections that seem impossible can become possible, and shared interests sometimes temporarily or permanently outweigh ideology.
One Response
Dear Tal,
This is a serious potential problem. My advice:
1. The USA should not abandon the Kurds.
2. The Kurds will only ally with Hezbollah out of total desperation- if abandoned with no support from their allies.
3. The Kurds were robbed of their state by radical jihaddists. We should help them get their state back!
4. It is time to dismantle the ottoman empire caliphate and restore Kurdish sovreignty!
5. The USA and Israel must step up and lead in the cause of territorial Justice!