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Syrian internal security forces have begun entering the city of Hassakeh in northeastern Syria and the Al-Shuyukh area south of Ain al-Arab in the Aleppo countryside, according to reports from Syrian media. The deployment, which started yesterday, represents a significant step in implementing the agreement reached between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) regarding security arrangements in northeastern regions.
According to Syria Television, the convoy departed from the city of Al-Shaddadi, south of Hassakeh, heading toward the Meilabiya area and the town of Al-Hol. The Syrian security forces were accompanied by units from the U.S.-led international coalition during this phase of the deployment, facilitating their entry into Hassakeh city.
Syrian Security Forces Expand Presence in Northern Regions
A security source confirmed to Syria Television that internal security forces entered the Al-Shuyukh area south of Ain al-Arab, also known as Kobani, in eastern Aleppo. The source indicated that security personnel will gradually spread throughout the entire region in the coming period.
Meanwhile, Syrian internal security forces are completing their preparations to enter the city of Ain al-Arab Kobani itself in the Aleppo countryside. This deployment is also taking place under the terms of the agreement between Damascus and the SDF.
Background of the Government-SDF Agreement
The agreement between the Syrian government and Syrian Democratic Forces marks a notable shift in the security landscape of northeastern Syria. This arrangement aims to establish government authority in areas previously controlled exclusively by the SDF, which has maintained control over significant portions of northeastern Syria in recent years.
However, the exact terms of the agreement have not been publicly disclosed by either party. The involvement of the U.S.-led coalition in facilitating the deployment suggests coordination among multiple stakeholders in the region.
Additionally, the gradual nature of the deployment indicates a carefully planned process designed to avoid potential friction during the transition. Security sources emphasized that forces would spread throughout areas systematically rather than through immediate full-scale deployment.
Implications for Regional Security Dynamics
The entry of Syrian government security forces into Hassakeh and areas around Kobani carries significant implications for the broader security architecture in northeastern Syria. These regions have operated with relative autonomy under SDF control, and the integration of government forces represents a major political development.
In contrast to previous confrontations between various factions in Syria, this deployment appears to be proceeding through negotiated arrangements rather than military confrontation. The presence of international coalition forces alongside Syrian government units during the deployment is particularly noteworthy given the complex relationships among different actors in the region.
Furthermore, the deployment to areas near Al-Hol is significant given the presence of displacement camps in that region. The expansion of government security presence could affect humanitarian access and the administration of these facilities.
The phased implementation of the Syrian government and SDF agreement will continue in the coming days and weeks, with authorities expected to announce further details about the security arrangements. However, officials have not confirmed a specific timeline for completing the deployment to all designated areas under the agreement.
