Summary
Iranian Kurdish groups have denied President Donald Trump's statement that they kept U.S. weapons meant for Iranian protesters. These groups, facing ongoing tension with Iran, say Trump's claim is false and could lead to more danger for them. Kurdish leaders stress they never received or distributed any arms from the U.S.
Key Facts
- President Trump claimed the U.S. sent weapons to Iranian protesters through the Kurds.
- Iranian Kurdish groups rejected Trump's claim as false.
- Kurdish leaders say they have not received any weapons from the U.S.
- Kurdish officials worry Trump's statement might increase risks from Iran.
- The U.S., Iran, and Israel are involved in ongoing tensions.
- Kurdish groups in the region are diverse and divided by different political goals.
- Tehran uses claims of foreign-backed protests to justify actions against opponents.
