Syrian Government and SDF Reach Agreement on Hasakah Governorate

Agreement on Hasakah Governorate

• 🤝 A "common understanding" has been reached between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) concerning the future of the Hasakah governorate.
• 🗓️ The Syrian government has granted the SDF a four-day period for internal consultations to develop a detailed integration plan.
• 🛡️ Syrian military forces will remain on the outskirts of Hasakah and Qamishli cities until the integration plan is finalized.
• 👮 Local security forces will be used in Kurdish-majority towns to ensure peace and security.

Integration and Rights

• 🏛️ General Muslim Abdi will nominate candidates for Deputy Minister of Defense, Governor of Hasakah, and representation in state institutions.
• 🗂️ All SDF military and security forces will be integrated into the Syrian Ministry of Defense and Ministry of Interior.
• 📜 Decree number 13, concerning linguistic, cultural, and citizenship rights of Syrian Kurds, will be implemented rapidly.
• ✨ The implementation of this understanding is set to begin at 8:00 PM Damascus time.

Historical Context and Kurdish Rights

• ✊ The Syrian government emphasizes its commitment to preserving unity and stability since liberation from the Assad regime.
• ⚖️ Decree number 13 is highlighted as granting historic rights to Syrian Kurds, unprecedented during Assad's rule.
• 🎓 The graduation of the first cohort of Kurdish individuals from security services is noted as a significant step.
• ⚠️ A distinction is made between political-military factions with transnational links and the rights of Syrian Kurds.

SDF's Role and International Relations

• ⏳ The SDF is accused of procrastinating on the implementation of a previous March 10th agreement.
• 🚨 Concerns are raised about the SDF's handling of ISIS prisoners and detention facilities.
• 🤝 The Syrian government is working with the international coalition, including the US, to combat terrorism and regain control of detention facilities.
• 🇺🇸 The US has been a valued partner in engagements with the SDF, with the Syrian government demonstrating its commitment to its promises.

Addressing Allegations

• ❓ The Syrian government denies responsibility for cutting water and electricity supplies in Kobani and will investigate.
• 🔍 Allegations of violations involving uniformed Syrian army members are being investigated, with emphasis on the surgical nature of past operations and the discipline shown.
• 🚫 Disinformation is a concern, and the government will investigate specific claims, while noting past instances of transparency with the UN.