PYD Co-president Saleh Moslem told ANF details of his meeting with French President François Hollande in the Élysée Palace earlier today.

Moslem told that they discussed the Syrian crisis and developments in Rojava and exchanged views on these topics. Moslem they told Hollande about the Northern Syria Federation, noting that the French President had a positive approach on this project.

Moslem remarked that Hollande said "I am proud of your struggle" to him, and promised to continue their support.

Asked if their relations will continue with the new President of France, Moslem said Hollande stated that he would do all he could in this regard.

According to Moslem, Hollande said he would do his best for friendship with the Kurds.

During the meeting, Eutelsat decision to suspend the broadcasting of Kurdish TV networks was also discussed. Accordingly, Hollande stated that he didn't approve this decision. PYD Co-president noted that they did not know what would be done in practice on this issue.

PYD France Representative Xalid İsa also attended the meeting during which PYD Co-president presented the French President a YPG-YPJ plaque.