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The United States has historically supported the SDF and Kurdish forces in their battle against the Islamic State (IS). Kurdish fighters have played a critical role in this fight, and the U.S. has recognized their importance in maintaining stability in the region. Currently, the SDF manages the custody of about 10,000 IS prisoners, and with Turkey escalating its military operations against Kurdish positions, there is growing concern about the potential for a mass breakout of these prisoners.