On Friday, Turkish UCAVs targeted SDF positions eight times, in addition to civilian homes and vehicles. As a result of the Turkish aggression, four SDF fighters were martyred, and eleven civilians were injured.

The Democratic Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (DAANES) made a statement regarding the escalated attacks of the Turkish state and said that this aggression is a continuation of the policy of genocide and siege of the region. It stated that the aim of these attacks is to defeat the will of the people and the struggle for democracy.

“These attacks are being carried out deliberately at a time when our people are preparing for democratic elections to make further progress in the governance of society. This aggression is an immoral act and a direct attack on the efforts to realise democracy and serve the society in Syria,” said the statement on Saturday.

Strongly condemning the attacks, the Autonomous Administration said, “We will fulfil our duty to meet the expectations of our people. All attacks related to the elections are acts of revenge. The aim is to prevent the end of terrorism. We declare that this election is a step towards real democratisation in Syria.”

The Autonomous Administration called on the people of the region to develop solidarity against the genocidal policies directed against them and to participate strongly in the elections. It emphasised that the way to a peaceful future and a dignified life passes through a united stance.

Remarking that foreign powers aim to enslave the people and prevent them from developing their will, the statement said, “Our people must participate strongly in the elections and protect their free democratic decision. Participating and winning the elections is a strong historical victory against the forces trying to frustrate our will.”

DAANES expressed their condolences to the families of those martyred in the attacks of the Turkish state and wished a speedy recovery to the wounded.