The dissolution of the YPG-led SDF terror group marks an important step toward strengthening state authority across Syria and advancing an inclusive political process, Türkiye has said, as several other countries in the region welcomed the integration of the now-disbanded terror group into Syria’s state military apparatus.
Since the beginning of the Syrian crisis, Türkiye has maintained "a principled and determined stance" against attempts by terrorist groups and external interventions to divide the country, Türkiye’s Communications Director Burhanettin Duran said on Turkish social media platform NSosyal on Wednesday.
He said the approach, pursued under the leadership of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, is based on the principle that "only the will of the Syrian people should shape Syria's future."
He hailed the dissolution of the YPG-led SDF as "an important development" for reinforcing state authority nationwide and bringing different sectors of society together on "a common political ground."
He added that Damascus’ continued efforts based on inclusivity have "great importance" for achieving lasting stability.
Duran said Türkiye's vision of a "Terrorism-Free Türkiye" and a "Terrorism-Free Region" reflects the same regional approach, stressing the importance of a regional order where ethnic, sectarian, and social differences are not turned into instruments of conflict, terrorist organisations hold no influence, and borders and sovereignty are protected.
"Türkiye will continue to support Syria's recovery and the Syrian people living in peace and prosperity with all sectors of society against dirty calculations and scenarios," he said.
Saudi Arabia
The Saudi foreign ministry said the move would contribute to Syria’s security and stability, reiterating the kingdom’s support for steps taken by Damascus to meet the aspirations of the Syrian people and advance unity and development.
Jordan
The Jordanian foreign ministry also welcomed the move, calling it an “important step” toward strengthening Syria’s unity, security and stability.
Ministry spokesperson Fuad Majali stressed Amman’s support for rebuilding Syria on foundations that ensure its unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity and preserve the rights of all its people.
Qatar
The Qatari foreign ministry, for its part, also hailed the development, describing it as an important step toward consolidating civil peace, strengthening security and stability, and building a state based on institutions and the rule of law.
It added that the country’s stability and prosperity required the state to hold a monopoly on weapons through the maintenance of a single army representing all components of Syrian society.
It also emphasised Doha’s support for Syria’s sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.
On Tuesday, YPG-led SDF ringleader Mazloum Abdi announced the formal dissolution of the terror group.
In January, Damascus and the YPG-led SDF reached an agreement calling for a cessation of hostilities and the group’s gradual integration into Syrian state institutions.
