The new Syrian administration on Sunday firmly rejected a recent Kurdish conference’s call for a “decentralized” Syrian state, stressing that Syria’s unity remains non-negotiable.
In a statement from the Syrian leader’s office, the government declared, “We clearly reject any attempts to impose a divisive reality or establish separate entities under the guise of federalism or self-administration without comprehensive national consensus.” It emphasized that both Syria’s territorial integrity and the unity of its people are “red lines” that must not be crossed, warning that any violations would be considered an attack on the nation’s unified identity.
The government also accused the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) of undermining Syrian state institutions in areas under their control by restricting public services and exploiting national resources outside the authority of the state. “The SDF leadership cannot monopolize the decision-making process in the northeastern region of Syria,” the statement added.
The strong response follows Saturday’s “Conference for Kurdish Unity in Rojava Kurdistan,” held in the northeastern city of Qamishli, where over 400 Kurdish figures convened. In its final declaration, the conference called for resolving the Kurdish issue within a democratic, decentralized Syria. Participants demanded constitutional recognition of Kurdish rights, adherence to human rights conventions, and full participation of women across all institutions. They also announced the formation of a joint Kurdish delegation to engage in dialogue with the new Syrian leadership and other national forces.
