This week, Syrian Kurdish fighters -- backed by U.S.-led coalition airstrikes and a group of Syrian rebel allies -- wrested control of a key Syrian border town from the so-called Islamic State. My report from the Turkish-Syrian border for Al Jazeera English:
Years of instability and political uncertainty have taken their toll on Tal Abyad's residents. Several of the refugees crossing back home refused to answer reporters' questions, citing security concerns.
Whoever controls the town is in charge. I have learned long ago that political opinions are best kept private. Returning Tal Abyad resident "Whoever controls the town is in charge," said a man who was heading back to Tal Abyad with his wife and two daughters. "I have learned long ago that political opinions are best kept private."
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