A Tribal Reconciliation Ends a 14-Year Dispute in the Western Countryside of Kobani

Yesterday, the western countryside of Kobani witnessed a historic tribal reconciliation ceremony between two families from the villages of Ashma and Jabneh, bringing to an end a dispute that had lasted for more than 14 years.

The ceremony was held in the village of Jabneh in the presence of a large gathering of local residents, dignitaries, and tribal elders. Prominent military and political figures also took part, including:

General Commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces, Mazloum Abdi

Brigadier General Samir Ali Oso (Sipan Hamo), Deputy Minister of Syrian Defense

Leaders from the Syrian Democratic Forces

Farhan Haj Issa, Co-Chair of the Executive Council in Kobani, along with his deputies

Other social and political figures, including the father of General Mazloum Abdi

Farhan Haj Issa, the Co-Chair of the Executive Council in Kobani, also delivered a speech, saying:

“We are capable of resolving all problems, and we have now reached a stage where we were able to solve the issue between the two families and bring them together. These people represent Kobani, and we hope that all families will unite so our people may live in peace.”

The session began with a minute of silence in honor of the martyrs, followed by speeches from those in attendance emphasizing the importance of reconciliation, turning the page on the past, and strengthening social unity and stability in the region.

The speakers praised the role of the Reconciliation Committee within the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria for bringing both sides together and ending the dispute.

This event comes as a positive step toward strengthening civil peace, as residents expressed hope that the reconciliation would mark the beginning of a new phase of coexistence and cooperation among all components of the people.