Syrian Hasaka Admins Operate Quietly
The article describes the state of security and social tensions between Arabs and Kurds in the Syrian province of Hasakah. These tensions have arisen as a result of the integration agreement between the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and the Self-Administration, which was concluded in January 2026. The content of this agreement goes beyond mere administrative organization; Arabs express their dissatisfaction with ongoing appointments of SDF and Self-Administration leaders to sensitive positions. They also criticize the continued retention of many staff members and their certificates by the Self-Administration, viewing this as discrimination and neglect of their grievances and lands seized from the Kurds. Conversely, the Kurds believe that the agreement does not reflect their national aspirations and demand greater political rights and the return of reclaimed territories. At the same time, popular movements and escalations are being used by both sides, seemingly coordinated with SDF leaders, to pressure the authorities. The goal is to ensure SDF participation in the governance of the province and to realize Kurdish national rights within the framework of the Syrian state. This is approached through understandings that balance military and political control, aligned with an American perspective that advocates for a pragmatic, middle-ground solution—avoiding a zero-sum conflict that could threaten Syrian unity and spark a civil war. Such concerns raise fears of unrest and the deterioration of social peace. They highlight the importance of honest dialogue, clarifying the terms of the agreement, and working to grant equal rights and promote development and infrastructure to achieve stability.
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