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The future of Rojava also hinges on the fate of U.S. troops stationed in Syria, who have been acting as a protective buffer for the Kurds. Should these forces withdraw, the Kurds may find themselves more vulnerable, particularly if Turkey seeks to advance military objectives in the region. Past actions by former President Trump, who imposed sanctions on Turkey during conflicts with Kurdish forces, create uncertainty about U.S. involvement under a new administration.