Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has voiced optimism that a peaceful solution can be reached to integrate Kurdish-run areas in northeast Syria into the state, despite rising tensions and stalled negotiations since a landmark deal in March. Sharaa noted that while Kurdish leaders have signaled willingness to cooperate, their actions on the ground have raised doubts, and recent clashes between government troops and Kurdish-led forces have heightened concerns of a wider conflict. Turkey-backed factions and Kurdish forces have both reinforced their positions, with Ankara warning of possible military action if its security concerns are not addressed. Sharaa dismissed the idea of partition, insisting that Syria would not cede any territory, and also acknowledged violations committed by security forces in the Druze-majority Sweida province amid ongoing protests.