Syria's SDF Dissolves as Kurdish Fighters Weigh Merger

The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) has dissolved, a move welcomed by the United Kingdom. Kurdish women fighters are now discussing a merger with Syria's interior ministry. The United States has removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, a decision welcomed by Türkiye. At the UN Security Council, Russia's representative said Syria faces obstacles to its security from Israel, while Israel's attacks on Syria were condemned by Türkiye.