News Center- The Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria has issued a written statement to mark the 12th anniversary of the revolution in Rojava that started in the city of Kobanê on July 19, 2012.

 In the statement, the AANES extends congratulations to all people of North and East Syria and vows to follow in the footsteps of those who lost their lives while fighting for freedom to “realize their hopes and dreams. The revolution has achieved the unity and freedom of the people in the region. We will build a democratic Syria and liberate all occupied areas to ensure a dignified return for the displaced people.”

At the end of the statement, the AANES calls on all Syrian national forces to unite with the people to build a decentralized and democratic Syria.