Trump's weapons outburst: 'I am not happy with the Kurds, they did not return the weapons'

US President Donald Trump made a striking statement, noting that the weapons provided to Kurdish groups in the region have not been returned. Retired Brigadier General Naim Babüroğlu suggested that there might be a broader, Iran-focused strategy behind the remarks.

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US President Donald Trump made a groundbreaking statement regarding Kurdish groups in the region. In his latest remarks, Trump brought the tension between Washington and the elements in the region to the surface, stating, "I am not happy with what happened with the Kurds. They did not return the weapons we gave them."

BABÜROĞLU: ''THE REAL TARGET IS IRAN''

Analyzing these words from Trump, retired Brigadier General Naim Babüroğlu argued that the issue is not merely a simple logistical failure. In his assessment, Babüroğlu stated, "What Trump is referring to are the weapons given to the PKK and other groups for a potential attack or containment operation against Iran. The fact that this ammunition has not been returned shows the tendency of the armed structure in the region to act independently of US control."

''THEY WERE SUPPOSED TO LAY DOWN THEIR ARMS''

In the continuation of his statement, Babüroğlu emphasized that the promises of "disarmament" in the region do not reflect the truth. Stating that the basis of Trump's grievance lies in the failure to keep previously given promises, Babüroğlu summarized the situation with these words:

"He is referring to the weapons he gave to the PKK and other groups for an attack on Iran. The PKK was supposed to lay down its arms, right... That is why..."