Syrian Democratic Forces Warn Against New Turkish Attack

Turkey-backed Syrian fighters gather in the countryside of the northern city of Manbij, on June 2, 2022. (Photo by Bakr ALKASEM / AFP)

The commander of the US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) said on Thursday a new offensive threatened by Turkey in northern Syria would create a humanitarian crisis and undermine a campaign against ISIS.

SDF general commander Mazloum Abdi called on all sides to "prevent any new tragedies and support de-escalation," Reuters reported.