What’s behind the SDF’s deal with Damascus?
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The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces have officially dissolved after merging with the Syrian army, marking a significant shift in Syria's political and military landscape following the regime's collapse last December. The deal reflects Damascus's efforts to reassert control over northern Syria, where the SDF previously held substantial territory.
Founded in 2015 at the height of the Syrian war, the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) has officially dissolved.
The SDF has integrated with the Syrian army, following a deal with Damascus.
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The group’s thousands of fighters controlled large parts of northern Syria.
But after the regime of Bashar al-Assad collapsed in December 2024, the army launched an offensive in the region.
The SDF lost much of its territory – and agreed to merge with the national armed forces.
So, what does the deal between Damascus and the SDF mean for Syria after the fall of al-Assad?
Presenter: Frankie McCamley
Guests:
Noah Bonsey – Senior adviser at the International Crisis Group
Yusuf Alabarda – International security and politics analyst
Kenneth Katzman – Senior fellow at The Soufan Center
The SDF has integrated with the Syrian army, following a deal with Damascus.
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The group’s thousands of fighters controlled large parts of northern Syria.
But after the regime of Bashar al-Assad collapsed in December 2024, the army launched an offensive in the region.
The SDF lost much of its territory – and agreed to merge with the national armed forces.
So, what does the deal between Damascus and the SDF mean for Syria after the fall of al-Assad?
Presenter: Frankie McCamley
Guests:
Noah Bonsey – Senior adviser at the International Crisis Group
Yusuf Alabarda – International security and politics analyst
Kenneth Katzman – Senior fellow at The Soufan Center
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Source: Al Jazeera
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