SDF Deployed Alongside Syrian Army in Deir ez-Zor, Seeks Dialogue with Ankara

Syrian Democratic Forces ‌deploy Along Key Highway,Signaling Shift ​in eastern Syria

Deir ez-Zor,Syria – In⁣ a ‍significant advancement,Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have deployed along a key highway in⁣ eastern Syria,marking ⁤a potential shift in the balance of power ‍in the region. The‌ move, reportedly coordinated with the Syrian goverment and backed by Russian ‍and American⁣ support, aims to ⁢bolster⁣ efforts against ISIS⁤ in the vast desert expanse.

SDF convoys,​ supported by the ⁣Syrian ​army, crossed ⁢from the Salihiya crossing, strategically positioning themselves along the Damascus-Baghdad road, the dividing line between Homs and Deir ez-Zor governorates.This‍ deployment extends‌ from the Panorama ‍roundabout at the entrance to Deir ez-Zor ​to⁢ Al-Haribshah on⁤ the administrative border with homs.

While the SDF has not entered the city ‍centers of Deir ​ez-Zor, ⁤Albuqamal, and al-Mayadeen, their⁢ presence along this crucial artery signals a ‌tightening grip ⁣on the region.

“This deployment will act as common points,” a government source told Al-sharq, adding that “the Syrian Army will also deploy ⁢from ‍Panorama towards​ al-Mayadin, al-Bukamal, and the border desert of Iraq.”

the SDF’s eastward expansion follows a recent announcement‍ claiming control​ over Deir ez-Zor city and the​ main Albucamal border crossing with Iraq. This move comes amidst‍ a ⁤complex web of alliances and ⁤rivalries in the region.

A Russian-American Consensus?

Informed sources suggest that the SDF’s deployment is the⁤ result of a Russian-American consensus reached during a​ meeting⁤ in Salhiya,a town ‍on the administrative border separating Syrian-controlled‍ areas. The aim, according ​to⁢ these sources, is to counter ISIS resurgence and prevent the group ‌from⁣ exploiting the ongoing instability⁢ in Syria.

The sources further indicate that US‌ forces​ may ​relocate Free Syrian Army units from the al-Tanf ⁣area, near the Iraqi and Jordanian borders, ‍to join the​ SDF in the desert separating Deir ez-Zor ⁣and Homs. This move ‍would effectively ⁢seal the Syrian-Iraqi​ border, further tightening the ⁣noose on ISIS.

Shifting Alliances and a Looming​ Threat

The SDF’s eastward‌ push‍ coincides with a growing⁤ threat ⁣from Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a jihadist group controlling‍ parts ‍of northwestern Syria. HTS’s advances towards Hama and Homs have prompted calls for ‍increased coordination between the Syrian government and the SDF ​to counter this new challenge.

Adding to the complexity, ⁢the SDF has​ expressed​ willingness to engage in dialog with Turkey, seeking to de-escalate tensions through Russian-American mediation.While​ asserting their strength ⁣to resist Turkish aggression, the SDF acknowledges the need for a political solution to the ⁢Syrian conflict.

A Fragile Peace ‍in ⁢Aleppo?

In⁢ a ⁤separate‍ development, ⁤the ‌SDF has withdrawn from the Tal⁤ Rifat area in northern ​Aleppo, evacuating around 100,000 residents under American mediation. This move, coupled with the SDF’s decision to maintain a ⁤presence in Aleppo city, suggests ‍a fragile peace brokered⁣ between the SDF and HTS.

The situation in eastern Syria remains fluid, with shifting alliances and the ever-present ​threat of ISIS.‌ The SDF’s‌ deployment along⁤ the Damascus-Baghdad road marks a significant development,potentially reshaping the power dynamics ‍in the ⁤region and ​signaling a new chapter in the Syrian conflict.