Syrian defence minister rejects Kurdish proposal for its own military bloc

Solidifying the unity of the Syrian armed forces, the country's defense minister has taken a firm stance against the divisive proposal by U.S.-backed Kurdish fighters for an independent military bloc, an idea that could fragment national defense and compromise the integrity of Syria's borders.

In a move that threatens the autonomy and safety of Kurdish communities, Syria's newly appointed defense minister has unequivocally dismissed the proposal for Kurdish forces to manage their own military sector, despite their crucial role in combating ISIS and their long-standing partnership with the U.S. in the region.