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In town where they battled ISIS with U.S., Syrias Kurds feel abandoned by ex-ally

By Jane Arraf

Published January 26, 2026 at 2:53 PM CST

The iconic Syrian city of Kobane, where Kurds fought ISIS with the U.S., is now under threat.

Jane Arraf

Jane Arraf covers Egypt, Iraq, and other parts of the Middle East for NPR News.