Syria’s al-Shar’a says SDF deal stalled but aims to avert conflict
DAMASCUS, Syria (North Press) – Syrian President Ahmad al-Shar’a said on Friday that ongoing negotiations with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) were progressing but faced delays in implementing the terms of an agreement.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with state-run al-Ikhbariya TV, al-Shar’a stated, “The negotiations with the SDF were proceeding well, but it seems there is some obstruction or slowness in implementing the agreement.”
He explained that the agreement was scheduled to last until the end of this year, with efforts focused on applying its provisions by late December.
Al-Shar’a stressed that his aim was to spare northeastern Syria from entering into conflict, pointing out that the agreement with the SDF and the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) was designed to ensure stability.
He further revealed that the Syrian government had agreed to integrate SDF forces into the Syrian Arab Army, with specific arrangements for Kurdish-majority areas.
“The ultimate goal is that Syria will not give up a single grain of its soil. This is an oath we have taken before the people — to protect every inch of Syrian land and preserve its unity,” he said.
The president’s remarks come amid heightened focus on dialogue between Damascus and the SDF, seen as central to avoiding escalation and reinforcing security across northeastern Syria.