"The Syrian army and Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, or SDF, have taken part in clashes in Aleppo city this week. The violence reflects a deep rift between the two sides, and many rounds of talks have so far failed to reach common ground. The SDF seeks a decentralised system of government with areas under its control having a certain level of autonomy. But the government in Damascus wants to centralise power. So, what does it all mean for Syria's unity?"
"The SDF seeks a decentralised system of government with areas under its control having a certain level of autonomy. But the government in Damascus wants to centralise power. So, what does it all mean for Syria's unity? Presenter: James Bays Guests: Labib Nahhas Syria analyst Omer Ozkizilcik Nonresident fellow for the Syria Project in the Atlantic Council's Middle East programme."
The Syrian army and Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) engaged in clashes in Aleppo this week, reflecting a deep political and territorial rift. Numerous negotiation rounds have failed to produce common ground between the sides. The SDF seeks a decentralised system of government that grants areas under its control a degree of autonomy. The government in Damascus insists on centralising power across Syria. The opposing positions have produced renewed violence and heightened tensions. The impasse over governance and autonomy poses a clear threat to Syria's territorial unity and to prospects for long-term political stability.
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