The United States is reportedly considering using Iranian Kurdish fighters against the Tehran regime, a move experts warn could ignite a devastating civil war. Iranian Kurdish fighters have been heavily targeted in recent airstrikes, and the U.S. has made political overtures to Kurdish factions in Iraq. Reports suggest the CIA and Israel are arming these groups. Iranian Kurds have long sought autonomy and recently united against the regime. While potentially weakening Iran short-term, this strategy risks betraying Kurdish aspirations and triggering broader conflict. Turkish military intervention is a major concern, as Ankara views Kurdish militancy as a threat. U.S. oil interests in Iraqi Kurdistan are also at risk, with attacks already halting production.

The plan could further destabilize the region and damage U.S. credibility.