What’s behind the SDF’s deal with Damascus?

The Syrian Democratic Forces announces its dissolution after merging with Syria’s army.Founded in 2015 at the height of the Syrian war, the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) has officially dissolved.But after the regime of Bashar al-Assad collapsed in December 2024, the army launched an offensive in the region.The SDF lost much of its territory – and agreed to merge with the national armed forces.So, what does the deal between Damascus and the SDF mean for Syria after the fall of al-Assad?

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