On Saturday, September 2nd, Sheikhs and leaders of Arab Tribes across various regions of Northeast Syria reaffirmed their commitment to stand by the SDF forces in their continuous efforts to bolster security in Deir ez-Zor. This operation is aimed at countering mercenary groups supported by the Syrian regime, which are attempting to incite sectarian conflict and discord among the various components of Northeast Syria.

In Ain Issa, the Sheikhs of the Tal Abyad region issued a statement emphasizing the need to remain vigilant in countering the schemes led by the Syrian regime and the Turkish occupying forces. They expressed their solidarity with the SDF, which has been a bulwark for coexistence among the diverse components of the region.

Meanwhile, leaders from the Manbij tribe strongly condemned the heinous acts committed by Turkish-backed terrorist groups in the Manbij countryside. These groups had subjected the area to intensive bombings, resulting in the tragic loss of civilian lives.

Additionally, Sheikhs and notables from Tabqa city and its surrounding areas released a statement in full support of the SDF’s security operation in Deir ez-Zor. This operation is primarily focused on combating ISIS sleeper cells, curbing smuggling activities, and halting the illegal drug trade. The statement underlined that Operation Security Reinforcement was initiated in response to numerous appeals from the local population to the SDF forces, aimed at maintaining peace and stability in the region.

Sheikhs and notables from Raqqa also echoed their support for the SDF fighters, referring to them as their own sons. They called on everyone to exercise wisdom and resist becoming entangled in hostile agendas.

The SDF launched the “Operation Security Reinforcement” in Deir ez-Zor to counter ISIS sleeper cells, disrupt smuggling networks, and combat drug trafficking. The operation was initiated in response to numerous appeals from Sheikhs and notables in the Deir ez-Zor region, who sought to enhance security in the area.