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Syrian Democratic Forces Push for Integration Amid Tensions

12/26/2025

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Mazloum Abdi, leader of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), said efforts are ongoing to prevent the collapse of talks with Damascus on integrating Kurdish forces into the central government.
The clashes in Aleppo prompted a ceasefire, and Abdi emphasized the SDF's commitment to the March agreement despite delays.
Turkish officials, including Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, stressed the need for the SDF's integration, viewing its presence as a security threat.

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Mazloum Abdi, leader of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), said efforts are ongoing to prevent the collapse of talks with Damascus on integrating Kurdish forces into the central government.
The clashes in Aleppo prompted a ceasefire, and Abdi emphasized the SDF's commitment to the March agreement despite delays.
Turkish officials, including Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, stressed the need for the SDF's integration, viewing its presence as a security threat.