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world1 month ago•4 min saved

Syria and Kurdish Forces Strike Broad Integration Pact to End Clashes

Syria’s government and the Kurdish-led SDF announced a 14-point deal to bring Kurdish civilian and military authorities under central state institutions, merging SDF forces into the defence and interior ministries as individuals, and handing border crossings, oil and gas fields, prisons and camps housing ISIS fighters to the government; Deir al-Zor and Raqqa would come under government control, with Hasakeh’s governor appointed by consensus and the SDF allowed to nominate some leaders, plus a commitment to expel all non-Syrian PKK affiliates. The pact aims to end days of fighting, though some clashes linger and key details remain to be finalised; U.S. envoy Tom Barrack called it a pivotal inflection point, while regional dynamics, including Turkey’s stance, keep pressure on the process and a Monday meeting between Mazloum Abdi and President Sharaa is planned.

via Reuters|

#deir-al-zor #kurdish-forces #raqqa

world1 month ago•2 min saved

Syrian forces seize Omar oil field as Kurdish-backed troops pull back

Syrian government troops seized Omar, the country’s largest oil field, and captured the Tabqa dam after Kurdish-led SDF forces withdrew east of the Euphrates following clashes and talks with the United States, expanding government control over oil revenues in the oil-rich north and northeast.

via BBC|

#kurdish-forces #oil-field #sdf

world2 months ago•3 min saved

Clashes and De-escalation as Syria and Kurdish Forces Face Off in Aleppo

Clashes erupted in Aleppo as Syrian security forces and Kurdish fighters engaged amid Turkish officials' visit to Damascus, highlighting tensions over the planned integration of Kurdish-led forces into the Syrian army, with Turkey opposing the move due to its designation of the SDF as a terrorist organization and concerns over regional stability.

via NBC News|

#clashes #kurdish-forces #military-integration

world7 months ago•4 min saved

Renewed Violence in Syria’s Druze Region Escalates Tensions and Devastation

New violence erupted in Syria with clashes between government forces and Druze in Sweida, and between government-affiliated fighters and Kurdish-led forces in the north, challenging fragile ceasefires. The situation remains tense amid ongoing conflicts, humanitarian issues, and Israeli military operations near the Golan Heights.

via NPR|

#clashes #druze #golan-heights

international1 year ago•0 min saved

Turkey's Advance in Syria Sparks Kurdish Concerns Amid Regime Shifts

Turkey-backed forces are advancing in northern Syria to combat Kurdish forces, which Turkey considers terrorists. This move comes amid Turkey's criticism of US support for the Syrian Democratic Forces, a group led by a Kurdish militia, in their fight against ISIS.

via The Jerusalem Post|

#international #kurdish-forces #syria

international1 year ago

Kurdish Commander Warns of ISIS Resurgence Amid Turkish Threats

A Kurdish general has warned that the current U.S. strategy in Syria could lead to a resurgence of ISIS. The general expressed concerns over the potential consequences of U.S. military decisions in the region, emphasizing the importance of maintaining pressure on ISIS to prevent their regrouping and resurgence.

via The New York Times|

#international #isis #kurdish-forces

world-news1 year ago•4 min saved

US-backed Kurds capture strategic Deir ez-Zor, Syrian forces retreat

The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have taken control of Deir ez-Zor, previously held by Syrian government forces, as part of a broader strategy to counter Turkish-backed militants and the Islamic State. This move comes amid escalating tensions in Syria, with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) advancing against Assad's regime. The SDF's actions aim to secure Kurdish territories and potentially leverage their position in the conflict, despite concerns over HTS's ties to Turkey and its implications for Kurdish security.

via Al-Monitor|

#deir-ez-zor #hts #kurdish-forces

international1 year ago•5 min saved

Rebel Gains in Aleppo Strengthen Turkey's Role in Syrian Conflict

A recent rebel offensive in Syria, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and Turkish-backed factions, has highlighted Turkey's influence in the region. The rebels captured Aleppo and launched an assault on Tel Rifaat, targeting Kurdish forces. While Turkey denies direct involvement, analysts suggest the offensive likely had Ankara's tacit approval, potentially strengthening President Erdoğan's position in future negotiations with Syria, Russia, and Iran. The situation underscores Turkey's complex role in Syria, balancing relations with Russia and addressing domestic political pressures related to Syrian refugees.

via Financial Times|

#hts #international #kurdish-forces

world-news1 year ago•5 min saved

International Calls for Ceasefire as Syrian Conflict Intensifies

The US military is avoiding involvement in the recent conflict in northwest Syria, where Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) has launched a surprise offensive against Assad regime forces and Kurdish-led groups, capturing Aleppo for the first time since 2016. The US, which considers HTS a terrorist organization, maintains a small troop presence in eastern Syria to support Kurdish forces against ISIS. The Biden administration has denied any involvement in the HTS offensive and is urging de-escalation, while concerns grow over potential regional instability and the response of Russia and Turkey.

via Al-Monitor|

#assad-regime #hts-offensive #kurdish-forces