Speaking in Washington, D.C. on Monday's daily press briefing, Spokesperson John Kirby said that they are aware of Turkey's concerns on the YPG, however, it is one of the most successful forces in the fight against Daesh, Daily Sabah reported.
Asked whether the U.S. considers the YPG as allies or partners, "Syrian Kurds are our partners against Daesh," Kirby said.
President Recep Tayyip ErdoÄŸan, speaking over the weekend to journalists on the return flight from his 5-day Latin America visit, said the U.S. should decide who its regional partner is, Turkey or the terrorists in Syria. He added, along with the rest of the international community, the U.S. should recognize the PYD as a terrorist group.