YPG dissolution into Syrian army marks strategic setback for Israel, analysts say
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The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF/YPG) dissolved its armed elements and joined the Syrian army under Damascus. Israeli media described the move as a strategic blow to Israel. Israeli officials said the possibility of war with Turkey is zero.
Key Facts
- The SDF/YPG dissolved its armed elements and joined the Syrian army under Damascus, according to Israeli media.
- Maariv published an analysis stating that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan achieved a significant success in Syria.
- An Israeli Foreign Ministry source told Al-Monitor that the possibility of war with Turkey is zero.
- Mossad chief Roman Gofman is reportedly holding talks on a temporary agreement with Syria.
- Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised Turkey's unwavering support and thanked President Erdoğan.
Israeli Media Reaction
Israeli media closely followed the dissolution of the SDF/YPG and its integration into the Syrian army. Maariv published an analysis stating that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan achieved a significant success in Syria. The analysis noted that the dissolution of the YPG and its elements joining the Syrian army is a serious strategic loss for Israel. The move was described as a strategic slap to Israel.
Regional Balance and Israeli Concerns
The analysis assessed that the dissolution of the YPG and its integration into the Syrian army will directly affect the balance of power in northern Syria. Tel Aviv is struggling to deploy its forces from Gaza to Lebanon and the West Bank amid concerns over developments in Syria. An Israeli source stated that the possibility of war with Turkey is zero and that Tel Aviv wants to reduce tensions with Ankara and Damascus. An Israeli Foreign Ministry source told Al-Monitor, 'We must not forget that Turkey is a NATO member. The possibility of war with Turkey is zero.' Mossad chief Roman Gofman is reportedly holding talks on a temporary agreement with Syria.
Diplomatic Responses
Yedioth Ahronot reported that Udi Abental, a senior researcher at the Mind Israel Institute, expressed the view that Turkey is not Israel's enemy. Israel's YtNews immediately reported the Turkish Ministry of National Defense's statement that Turkey will continue to support Syria and that Israel's aggression is being closely monitored. Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised Turkey's unwavering support and thanked President Erdoğan, saying they stood like a steel wall beside Pakistan. President Erdoğan held phone calls with Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Rwandan President Paul Kagame, and DR Congo President Felix Tshisekedi.
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YPG dissolution into Syrian army marks strategic setback for Israel, analysts say
