Conditions Set by SDF for Handing Over Oil Fields to Damascus and Integrating Forces with Syrian Defense Ministry
In a significant development within the Syrian conflict, the commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), Mazloum Abdi, has outlined the conditions under which his forces would consider surrendering control of oil fields to the Syrian government and merging with the Syrian Defense Ministry.
SDF’s Stance on Autonomy and Integration
Mazloum Abdi affirmed in an interview with “Al-Sharq” TV channel that the SDF has no current intention to dissolve itself. He highlighted that any potential agreement to transfer oil fields to the new Syrian administration would be contingent upon an equitable distribution of wealth.
Institutional Linkage and Local Autonomy
Abdi stressed the agreement with the new Syrian administration for linking autonomous institutions with central institutions in Damascus while preserving the unique identity of these entities to match the region’s specificity. He suggested that this linkage could better resolve existing issues.
Oil Resource Management
The SDF leader confirmed readiness to hand over oil resources to Damascus under the condition that there is a guarantee of fair distribution of oil products across all Syrian regions. This condition underscores a demand for equitable resource management post-conflict.
Decentralization and National Unity
Abdi argued that decentralization is the most suitable model for Syria’s current reality, not
contradicting the concept of Syrian territorial unity. He expressed openness to integrating “SDF”
with the Syrian Defense Ministry but emphasized that such integration should recognize “SDF” as
a unified military entity operating under the ministry’s laws and regulations, rather than
individual fighters.
Conclusion
The dialogue between the SDF and the Syrian government is a pivotal moment that could lead to
greater national cohesion and recovery for Syria. The conditions laid out by Mazloum Abdi reflect
a strategic approach towards peace-building and resource management, prioritizing autonomy,
fairness, and integration within the broader Syrian state structure.
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