Syrian presidential adviser Mustafa “Mazloum” Abdi said that the dissolution of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) after 15 years of armed activity marked both the end of one stage and the beginning of another. The former SDF commander also called on Kurds to take part in drafting a new Syrian constitution.
As Asharq Al-Awsat reports, Abdi said in an interview with the Turkish TV channel Ilke TV that Syrian Kurds do not seek to create an entity separate from the state. According to him, their goal is to become one of the components of the new Syrian state, preserve their identity, and expand their achievements through constitutional guarantees.
Kurds in the constitutional process
Abdi stressed that Kurdish representatives should join the committee drafting the constitution. He noted that no deadline has yet been set for completing this work and that the committee itself is expected to be formed within two to three months.
Responding to a question from the Turkish newspaper Yeni Yasam, Abdi said that the SDF had joined the Syrian army with all their resources in accordance with the agreement and plan. He added that the SDF have their own role in the structure of the Syrian armed forces.
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Kurdish rights and the state system
According to the presidential adviser, the Kurdish language has been introduced in schools for the first time, and he called this a significant achievement for the Kurdish people. Abdi also said that under the new conditions in Syria, there are more opportunities to create a democratic and secular state that is open to the international community and adheres to international law.
He stressed the need to address the problems of all groups in Syrian society and ensure the presence of Druze, Alawites, Kurds, and other communities in the state. Abdi explained that his presence in Damascus is intended to facilitate the integration process and ensure the strongest possible positions for Kurds in the state.
Commenting on the process of disarmament and dissolution of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party in Turkey, Abdi said that dialogue between its leader Abdullah Öcalan and Ankara could contribute to resolving the Kurdish issue in Syria. He also expressed readiness to develop relations with Turkey.
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