In a significant development for the region, the Syrian government has signed a groundbreaking agreement with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to integrate these forces into the state institutions and national army. This deal is seen as a potential turning point for the governance of northeast Syria, allowing for increased control by Damascus. The agreement follows a period marked by sectarian violence and aims to foster a new cooperative framework between the Syrian government and Kurdish authorities. Kurdish leaders have expressed hope that this integration will pave the way for a more unified and stable Syria, while the deal also raises questions about the future presence of U.S. troops in the region.