The chief spokesperson for of the U.S. backed “Syrian Democratic Forces” (SDF), Talal Silou, said during a televised interview over the weekend that his rebel group has a neutral stance in regards to the Syrian Arab Army (SAA).

Silou stated that the Syrian Democratic Forces do not coordinate with the Syrian Arab Army; however, they have a neutral stance towards them and the Syrian government.

Furthermore, the chief spokesperson for the SDF added that there is no race to the provincial capital of the Al-Raqqa Governorate.

“If the regime forces want to liberate Raqqa and its people from terrorists, they are most welcome.”

Silou’s interview on Sunday marked the first time that the Syrian Democratic Forces have publicly discussed their stance when it comes to the Syrian Arab Army.

The Syrian Democratic Forces have never been involved in a violent confrontation with the Syrian Arab Army; however, this is likely due to their relationship with Russia.