“We have a conviction that channels must be open…the constitution, the political process, these will not be solved without the regime [government],” said Syria Kurdish leader Ilham Ahmed.
Moreover, another Kurdish official even suggested SDF fighters could participate in the Syrian Army’s suspected upcoming anti-terrorist offensive in Idlib, though it’s unclear if Damascus is open to militarily cooperating with the SDF on such a large scale, given their strong ties to the US.
Even though SDF-controlled parts of Syria have long been outside of Damascus’ hands, the government continues to provide assistance with administering public services in SDF territory, particularly northeastern Syria.
The SDF is reportedly seeking help from the Syrian government to repair the Tabqa dam, which it assumed control of last year after ousting IS terrorists from Raqqa.
Damascus hasn’t commented on its recent meeting with the Kurds, but in May, President Bashar al-Assad said the issue needs to be resolved, either via negotiations or military force.
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