What’s behind the SDF’s deal with Damascus?
Summary
The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), a Kurdish-led group formed in 2015, has officially dissolved and merged with the Syrian national army. This follows a government offensive after President Bashar al-Assad’s regime collapsed in December 2024, causing the SDF to lose much of its territory.Key Facts
- The SDF was created during the Syrian war in 2015 and controlled large areas in northern Syria.
- President Bashar al-Assad’s regime collapsed in December 2024.
- After the regime’s fall, the Syrian army launched a military offensive in the regions held by the SDF.
- The SDF lost much of its control and territory due to the offensive.
- The SDF agreed to join and merge with the Syrian national army under a new deal with Damascus.
- This merger formally ended the SDF as an independent military group.
- Experts are discussing what this deal means for Syria’s future and military unity.
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