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Enhanced dialogue between Israel and the Syrian Democratic Forces gains traction as the United States revitalizes its efforts to prevent a potential clash in Syria, according to a recent report.

Escalating U.S. diplomatic maneuvers aim to settle Syria-SDF disagreements, as reports surfaced about intensified communication between Israel and the YPG-dominated terrorist organization

Increased contact between Israel and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) occurs following renewed...
Increased contact between Israel and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) occurs following renewed efforts by the U.S. to prevent potential conflicts in Syria, as per a recent report.

Enhanced dialogue between Israel and the Syrian Democratic Forces gains traction as the United States revitalizes its efforts to prevent a potential clash in Syria, according to a recent report.

In recent developments, the United States has renewed diplomatic efforts with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and the Syrian central authorities. This shift in approach comes as the SDF controls large parts of eastern Syria, generating most of the country's power output, oil and gas, wheat, and other commodities.

The change in stance can be attributed to various factors. The Syrian government's attempt to take control of the Druze province of Sweida has contributed to the U.S. reconsideration of its position towards the SDF and other minorities. This, in turn, has led to a more lenient approach towards the SDF, involving less pressure and more consideration for their demands.

The U.S. has proposed bridging the gap between the SDF and the Syrian government, over the insistence that the SDF disbands. However, this proposal has not been met with immediate acceptance by the SDF. The deal to integrate the SDF into the post-Assad state, initially agreed upon in March, has stalled, primarily due to the SDF's unwillingness to disband and join the Syrian army.

Meanwhile, there has been more contact between the SDF and Israel, according to sources. However, Israel's ability to defend two minorities at the same time is limited. The country has stated that it will always choose the Druze first, which may not sit well with some Druze in Sweida who do not want Israel to intervene on their behalf.

On the diplomatic front, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) Commander Admiral Brad Cooper met with SDF ringleader Mazloum Abdi in Syria, and discussions focused on U.S. support for the SDF, counterterrorism cooperation, and the management of Daesh detainee camps and prisons.

Ilham Ahmed, a key SDF member and ringleader of the YPG/PKK, met with two members of the U.S. Senate and House foreign relations committees in Amman, Jordan. The State Department was involved in these discussions, and the State Department has also reopened its doors to the Kurds in Syria.

Nationalist leader Bahceli has issued a warning to the SDF, suggesting that they must disarm and integrate into the Syrian state. This could be a game-changer in the ongoing negotiations.

In a separate development, Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Representative Joe Wilson met with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa to discuss the fate of Syria's minority communities. Washington has warned the YPG-led SDF not to expect any tangible protection from Israel, despite increased contact.

Scott Bolz, a senior American diplomat handling the SDF file, also met with Ilham Ahmed in Jordan. However, there are no available search results specifying which U.S. senators and representatives from the Foreign Affairs Committee met in Jordan with Ilham Ahmed.

These developments mark a significant shift in the geopolitical landscape of Syria and the region, as the U.S. continues to navigate its relationship with various factions in the ongoing Syrian conflict.

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