[Justa]

Oh, so we’re going to fret over this too?

Seems like every positive step towards countering ISIS is bewailed by a certain segment of FReepers -the ISIS booster club.

These basis will require a SOFA agreement for construction and operation. This indicates Baghdad has condoned their construction in the Kurdish region or delegated authority to the Kurds to approve it. They are unlikely to be temporary bases and should serve to counter Sunni and Shia supremacy groups in the region while supporting the autonomy of the Kurds.

This was anticipated. I expect Baghdad my also provide the Balad airbase to maintain their influence with the US.

[knarf]

I preluded my comment citing my failing memory ... not a banner parade for ISIS

trebb's #6 following helped me.

[Lorianne]

There is no ISIS booster club.

Why do you want to protect Muslims from other Muslims?

[MarMema]

Good news! Hope you are doing well. You are in my prayers.