Summary
The Syrian government made a deal with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) that involves integrating Kurdish forces and institutions into the Syrian state. This agreement follows recent clashes and involves the SDF pulling back while the government takes over key territories and resources. The agreement includes guarantees for the rights of Kurdish people and the return of displaced individuals.
Key Facts
- The Syrian government and SDF agreed to integrate Kurdish forces into the state.
- The agreement follows clashes where Syrian troops took control of SDF-held areas.
- The SDF will withdraw, and its members will join the Syrian army.
- Prisons, oil, and gas fields previously controlled by the SDF will be transferred to the Syrian government.
- The Omar oilfield and Tabqa dam are now under Syrian government control.
- The deal includes recognition of Kurdish rights, including making Kurdish a national language.
- Displaced Kurdish people are allowed to return to their homes.
- This agreement is a significant change since President Ahmed al-Sharaa came to power after the end of Syria’s civil war.
