There have been no compromises with the PKK/YPG-led SDF, a terrorist group active in Syria, in relation to its efforts for autonomy or self-governance, the Turkish foreign minister said on Friday.
“We do not believe any concessions have ever been made (to SDF) regarding attempts for autonomy or self-governance in Syria,” Hakan Fidan told TV100, a Turkish television channel.
“It is essential for all armed elements involved in terror acts in Syria to be excluded from the equation, and for all populations to return to normal life."
The YPG/PYD, which also uses the name SDF, is the PKK’s Syrian offshoot.
“Our advice to the new Syrian administration is to grant Syrian Kurds their rights,” Fidan said. “This is very important for both Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Türkiye.”
