Damascus, Syria— On Monday, Syrian Transitional Administration head Ahmad al-Shara reached a deal with Mazloum Abdi, commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), to merge the SDF and its affiliated institutions into Syrian state structures. The deal, announced by the Syrian Presidency’s office, emphasizes preserving Syria’s territorial unity and rejecting partition.
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The agreement stipulates the incorporation of SDF forces and their institutions, including the Qamishli airport, oil and gas fields, and border crossings, under state control. It also reaffirms a ceasefire commitment and pledges to ensure the safe return of displaced individuals to their homes across Syria. Additionally, the SDF expressed support for the new Syrian administration in combating what it described as “remnants of the Assad regime,” according to the Presidency’s statement.
Crucially, the accord recognizes the rights of Kurdish communities to full citizenship and constitutional protections, while guaranteeing representation and political participation for all Syrians. The Presidency released photos of al-Shara and Abdi shaking hands following the signing ceremony, symbolizing a public alignment between the two sides.
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This development follows earlier coordination efforts. In February, Abdi revealed that the SDF and the new Syrian transitional government had agreed to form joint technical committees to oversee military and civilian affairs, as reported by The Guardian. At the time, Abdi stressed that northern and eastern Syria, areas under SDF influence, remain integral parts of a unified Syria.
