Türkiye Closely Monitors SDF Integration into Syrian Army: Sources

Ankara is "closely monitoring and with great sensitivity" the discussions on integrating the YPG-led SDF into the Syrian army, according to sources from the Defense Ministry on Thursday.

esponding to questions about the situation in Syria, sources said the Syrian government continues its efforts to rebuild institutions and restore stability and security, The Caspian Post reports citing Turkish media.

"Following the signing of the memorandum of understanding on Joint Training and Advisory Cooperation on Aug. 13, 2025, training, visits, advisory and technical support activities aimed at enhancing Syria's defense and security capacity are ongoing in line with the requests of the Syrian government," the sources said.

They added that "the integration of the SDF terrorist organization into the Syrian Army is of critical importance," emphasizing that Türkiye is monitoring the process "closely and with great sensitivity."

"In this regard, the SDF terrorist organization must comply with the integration process into the Syrian Army and refrain from any actions or statements that could harm Syria's political unity and territorial integrity," said the sources.

"The stability and security of Syria are of great importance for the peace of the region," they stressed. "Türkiye remains committed to maintaining close cooperation with the Syrian government and supporting the principle of ‘One State, One Army.'"