The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) launched a counteroffensive against the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army (SNA) to reclaim areas near Syria's northern border. Clashes have intensified following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime, with the SDF accusing Turkey of trying to weaken their influence in political negotiations. The SDF has received support from the US, while Turkey views them as an affiliate of the PKK, a terrorist organization. Recent fighting has resulted in casualties on both sides, and concerns about a resurgence of the Islamic State have been raised due to the ongoing conflict.