Kino Gabriel is a Assyrian-Syriac military and political figure who has been associated with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). He has served as a spokesperson for the SDF, a coalition active in the Syrian Civil War and operations against the Islamic State (ISIS).[1]
Kino Gabriel | |
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 Kino Gabriel during a press conference (center) | |
| Born | Syria |
| Allegiance | Syrian Democratic Forces |
| Service | Syriac Military Council |
| Rank | Spokesperson |
| Battles / wars | Syrian Civil War, War against ISIS |
Early life and background
editKino Gabriel is of Syriac Christian heritage. He has been involved with the Syriac Military Council, a group within the SDF that represents the Syriac community.[2][3]
Role in the Syrian Democratic Forces
editAs a spokesperson for the SDF, Gabriel has provided updates on military operations against ISIS and highlighted security challenges in areas like Al-Hol Camp.[4][1] He has also addressed international forums, discussing the impact of external military operations, including those conducted by Turkey, on northern Syria.[5][3]
In 2018, Gabriel commented on potential SDF reinforcements to Afrin during Turkish military operations in the area, citing concerns for civilian safety.[6] His statements have focused on the challenges of maintaining regional security and addressing humanitarian needs.
See also
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References
edit- ^ a b "The Islamic State Is Defeated, but Not Destroyed". The New York Times. Retrieved 2024-12-09.
- ^ "Syrian Christian Militia Leader Draws Tactics from Kobani". Voice of America. Retrieved 2024-12-09.
- ^ a b "Syriac military figure Kino Gabriel emphasizes collective resistance". Rudaw. Retrieved 2024-12-09.
- ^ "Syria: SDF announces new phase of security operations in Al-Hol camp". The Defense Post. Retrieved 2024-12-09.
- ^ "Kino Gabriel urges global support to end Turkish attacks on North and East Syria". Syriac Press. Retrieved 2024-12-09.
- ^ "US-backed SDF says it may send reinforcements to Syria's Afrin". Reuters. Retrieved 2024-12-09.