The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) were involved in the Syrian Civil War.
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Updated oct 17
The latest in this situation
- SDF fought IS in the region as the Damascus government pushed forces across the Euphrates.
- SDF operated prisons in Hasakah province, leading to complaints from local Arabs regarding their continued dominance.
- The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) was dismantled as part of a controversial deal on October 6, 2026.
- SDF is governing parts of NE Syria, fighting ISIS, and seeking political agreements with President al-Sharaa amid Turkish opposition.
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What happened
The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) were involved in the Syrian Civil War.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- SDF (Kurdish-led) forces in Syria engaged in battles against Islamic State while facing repeated invasions from Turkey.Sub-event
SDF fought IS while political talks in Damascus led to its dissolution.1 source
- Tribal groups are pressuring the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to disband and undergo significant changes.Sub-event
SDF involvement in the Syrian Civil War.1 source
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The entities involved
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Syrian Democratic Forces
alliance of militias fighting against ISIL and other Islamist extremists in the Syrian Civil War
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Syria
country in West Asia
Related events
- The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) was dismantled as part of a controversial deal on October 6, 2026.
- Troops were sent to fight ISIS in Syria.
- Türkiye's intelligence agency discussed bilateral security cooperation with Syria, leading to SDF elements being integrated into Syrian state institutions.
- Insurgency has caused cross-border violence in Syria, while peace processes are underway involving former militants based in Iraq.
- South Africa, Motlanthe, and the UN discussed the Syrian conflict and violence in Syria in 2012.