Rapid rollback of Kurdish-led forces reshapes Sharaa’s Syria

Kurdish-led forces have significantly reduced their presence in the Syrian city of Sharaa, marking a substantial shift in territorial control within the nation’s northeast. This withdrawal represents the most significant alteration of control in Syria since the ascent of Bashar al-Assad. The rapid nature of this rollback has led to a reshaping of the regional landscape, with implications for the ongoing conflict and the various actors involved. The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), a dominant player in the region for an extended period, have ceded ground, prompting a reevaluation of the geopolitical dynamics at play. This development is poised to influence future military operations and humanitarian efforts in the affected areas.