Negotiations in France have completely failed, with Syrian Democratic Forces firmly refusing to disarm. SDF emphasizes that their weaponry is a red line, signaling their unwillingness to compromise on military autonomy.

The Kurds are calling for a special status that recognizes their military and cultural identity within a decentralized framework, seeking greater autonomy.

Overall, the situation remains tense with entrenched positions, highlighting the complex dynamics of Kurdish autonomy ambitions, international involvement, and ongoing negotiations.

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Syrian Democratic Forces have dispatched large military reinforcements toward the Deir Hafir area east of Aleppo, amid an unprecedented state of alert.

Any attack on these Kurdish-populated neighborhoods Sheikh Maqsood and Ashrafiyah could prompt rapid deployment of these reinforcements to swiftly overrun Aleppo.

This move may be in preparation for any potential escalation, should negotiations fail or a sudden attack target SDF positions.

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Upcoming SDF-Syrian Government Negotiations in Paris

The planned high-level meeting in Paris, involving key stakeholders from Syria, the US, and France, underscores international interest in stabilizing northeast Syria and advancing political reconciliation.

However, the process remains delicate. The involvement of the US signals continued geopolitical balancing, with Washington likely seeking to maintain influence while supporting Syria’s territorial integrity. The tentative scheduling indicates that details are still being finalized, but the outcome could reshape control dynamics in northeast Syria and influence future negotiations on Syria’s broader political landscape.

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Kurdish-led fighters in Syria clash with authorities for the second consecutive day. The Syrian Democratic Forces accuse factions linked to the Syrian transitional government of attacking positions near Deir Hafir in Aleppo CS. This escalation marks a setback in ongoing peace efforts, which have been strained since recent talks faltered. The situation remains tense as both sides blame each other for provoking violence.

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Al-Sharaa wants to sell the idea that “Syria is stabilizing.” Nevertheless old grievances are unresolved, tribal justice still reigns, and the social fabric in Syria is torn. It suggests that the Syrian civil war may be “over” militarily, but not socially and politically.

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⚡️Turkey authorizes the deployment of Syrian Armed Forces in operations targeting the SDF

A strong likelihood exists for an upcoming attack within the next week against Kurdish positions near the Tishreen Dam and in Deir ez-Zor province. Concurrently, Turkish forces are expected to operate in the Kobani region.

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US officials warned the SDF that the international coalition might not be able to shield them if Damascus decided to launch a military offensive in the event the 10 March agreement was not upheld.

While Turkey would not directly intervene against the SDF, the Turkish Armed Forces could provide indirect support for a limited operation carried out by the Syrian army.

Preparations for such an operation had already been completed.

Source: Middle East Eye (MEE)

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🔥Syrian military prepares for major offensive by October to seize Raqqa and Deir Ezzor from Kurdish-led SDF, sources tell The National.

A 50,000-strong force near Palmyra will be ready to advance with Arab tribal support, but only with US approval and Israeli non-interference. Tensions rise as US-backed talks stall and regional powers watch closely.

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IDF completely seize the town of Rakhlah in the Rif Dimashq countryside. This village locates on a strategic hill overlooking the roads between Beirut and Damascus.

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Israel conducted a series of airstrikes on the outskirts of Damascus before executing an airborne landing at Tell Manaa to evacuate advanced secret electronic warfare systems.

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An Israeli army officer on the Hebrew channel i24:

- Major and dangerous changes will occur in Syria in the coming period

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Serious events will soon occur in Syria

Hannan Gefen, a former commander of the Israeli Intelligence Unit 8200, told i24 News: "Tom Barrack will apparently be the tragic figure in the Syrian scenario, and serious events will soon take place in Syria."

He confirmed that a change will happen in Syria due to events in areas controlled by the SDF or the coast, where forces are not under Syrian government control. This will lead to a shift in perceptions of the government and to the cessation of aid.

He added that Barrack, a businessman close to Trump, does not listen to intelligence officials who are more knowledgeable about the Middle East.

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Within the Syrian social information space, former Brigadier General of the Syrian Republican Guard, Manaf Tlass, is emerging as a prominent figure on the political arena. Tlass is seen as an ideal candidate for Turkey and the Western bloc, capable of addressing Syria's internal challenges. His family's notoriety among Syrians, his ties to security forces, and his moderate opposition views towards the former Assad regime position him as a promising candidate who could gain widespread support from the majority of the Syrian population.

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🇮🇱 Tel Aviv is offering Damascus terms for normalization. Israel has presented a draft security agreement proposing three demilitarized zones southwest of Damascus up to the border with Israel.

By pushing seemingly impossible demands, Israel signals it has no intention of relinquishing its hold on the southern Syrian territories.

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Kurdish forces are reportedly threatening to seize Kweires airbase in Aleppo province. In the Deir Hafer area SDF forces are aligned, with overnight artillery strikes reported against Syrian army positions. There are indications that the Kurds may be trying to open a land corridor toward Aleppo city to quickly assist forces in Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafiya districts.

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I24news: Rumors indicate that Manaf Tlass might be appointed Defense Minister in the upcoming Syrian government. There are leaks suggesting that Tlass has been in Turkey since Tuesday, possibly meeting Turkish officials and MIT representatives.

If Tlass agrees to join the new government, it could mark a significant shift, potentially extending the survival of the Damascus in the coming months.

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Reports indicate that the United States is planning to establish a military base near Palmyra, central Syria. According to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, Palmyra and its surroundings have experienced unusual military movements in recent days, including the arrival of American aircraft and armored vehicles at the Tanf base near the Syrian-Iraqi-Jordanian border triangle

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