Syria’s interim president rejects Kurdish demand for decentralized system

Syria’s interim president rejected Kurdish demands for a decentralized system, calling it a threat to national unity after Assad’s fall.

Ahmed Shaara, the interim president of Syria, recently declared that Kurdish demands for a decentralized political system in Syria pose a threat to national unity. His statement, made on Sunday, April 27, emphasized that any attempt to divide Syria without national consensus would be rejected. He described the unity of Syria as a “red line.”

“We clearly reject any attempt to impose a partition or create separatist cantons under the terms of federalism or self-autonomy without a national consensus,” Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa’s office said in a statement.

These remarks came after a meeting held by Syrian Kurdish parties in Qamishli on Saturday. During the session, Kurdish leaders agreed on the necessity of incorporating Kurdish national rights into Syria’s future constitution following the fall of President Bashar al-Assad. The meeting, which also saw the attendance of U.S. officials, concluded with a declaration demanding that Kurdish rights be guaranteed in the future Syrian constitution.

The Syrian Civil War, which has now lasted for 14 years, has seen Kurdish-led groups seize control of approximately one-quarter of Syria’s territory. This region includes key resources such as oil reserves and fertile wheat-producing lands. The Kurds’ control of these areas has become a significant point of contention in discussions about Syria’s future political structure.

Kurdish officials have expressed dissatisfaction with the current political situation, particularly with the governance of Islamist factions in Syria. They believe these groups, despite previous promises, have failed to respect Syria’s ethnic and cultural diversity, leading to tensions between Kurdish and Arab factions.

The Kurdish community’s role in Syria’s future remains a critical issue. With their significant control over land and resources, the Kurds are pushing for recognition of their rights in any future political framework for Syria. However, this demand is opposed by some factions within the Syrian government, who view it as a threat to national unity.

The issue of Kurdish rights in Syria remains unresolved. Despite ongoing negotiations and international attention, the path forward remains fraught with challenges. Ensuring the representation of all ethnic groups in Syria’s future governance will be crucial for achieving lasting peace and stability in the region. The potential for compromise exists, but it will require the cooperation of all parties involved to ensure a fair and inclusive resolution.

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