Iraq's Kurdish leadership has voiced their skepticism towards the United States regarding their potential involvement in military actions against Iran. The concerns stem from a fear of Iranian retaliation without adequate air or ground support from Washington in the event of an escalation. Reports indicate that despite initial backing from President Trump for Kurdish involvement, the administration has shown inconsistency in its approach, possibly leading to uncertainty among Kurdish forces regarding their future role.

According to sources, the CIA has taken steps to supply arms to Kurdish factions opposed to the Iranian government following recent airstrikes orchestrated by the US and Israel. Reports suggest that while there was an initial enthusiasm for Kurds to participate in the conflict, a senior official from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has emphasized the need for caution, highlighting that the Kurds do not want to bear the brunt of the conflict without assurance of support from the US.

The KRG has taken a position of neutrality, emphasizing that they are unclear about the US's true intentions regarding Iran, whether it is seeking a complete regime change or merely a shift in leadership. This ambiguity places the Kurdish forces in a precarious position as they navigate their relationship with both the US and their neighboring adversaries, particularly Iran, all while maintaining their regional autonomy in Iraq.