Syrian Kurds: U.S. Allies, but Followers of Leader Jailed as Terrorist The Syrian Democratic Forces, military allies of the United States, are dominated by Kurdish units that revere Abdullah Ocalan, imprisoned on terrorism charges in Turkey. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Stumble Digg Email ThisBlogThis!Share to XShare to Facebook Related Posts:Your Monday BriefingNorth Koreans Return to Work at Liaison Office With South KoreansRussians Hope Mueller Report Opens Door to Improved U.S. TiesPro-Military Party Trails in Thai Election but Is Likely to Govern AnywayMan Arrested After Drugged Orangutan Is Found in Indonesian AirportAdventurous. Alone. Attacked.