After weeks of intense fighting in northeastern Syria, Kurdish forces, specifically the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), have consented to their dissolution as part of a settlement with the transitional government in Damascus under Ahmed Al-Sharaa. This decision marks a significant turning point, ending what many viewed as a hopeful political project for the Kurdish population aimed at gaining security and self-governance. The question now revolves around the implications of this dissolution for the Kurds and their future in the region.

Despite the decreasing coverage of the conflict in international media, the situation remains critical for Syria and, particularly, for the Kurdish people who had established a form of autonomous governance over recent years. The western-left perception of this self-administration as a progressive utopia stands in stark contrast to the harsh realities faced on the ground, indicating a potential misjudgment of the situation's complexity and the obstacles ahead for the Kurdish region as they confront new political dynamics.

The dissolution of the SDF signifies not only a loss of military and administrative power for the Kurds but also raises urgent questions regarding their political future and security in a region characterized by instability. As the Kurds grapple with this significant shift, the international community must also reconsider its stance and involvement in northern Syria, as the prospect of Kurdish autonomy recedes, alongside fears of escalating violence and repression in the absence of a supportive governance structure.