The battle for control of Serê Kaniyê and Dirbêsiyê unfolded amid the escalating Syrian civil war, which began in 2011 following widespread protests against the regime of Bashar al-Assad. The People's Protection Units, known as the YPG, emerged as a leading force among Kurdish groups responding to the conflict with the aim of protecting Kurdish interests and establishing a self-administered region. On July 22, 2012, the YPG achieved a crucial victory by capturing Serê Kaniyê and Dirbêsiyê after engaging in intense clashes with pro-government militias and forces loyal to the Assad regime.The capture of these cities not only enhanced the YPG's territorial control but also demonstrated their tactical capabilities and resilience in combat. Serê Kaniyê, situated on the border with Turkey, held significant importance as a strategic point for both supply routes and cross-border movements. This victory was met with varying reactions from local communities; many Kurdish residents viewed the YPG's actions as a necessary means of self-defense and a step towards securing greater autonomy in the face of state violence. This operational success would lead to an expansion of Kurdish influence in the region, setting the stage for future confrontations in the ongoing civil war and reshaping the geopolitical landscape of northeastern Syria.