Summary
The Syrian government and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have agreed to a ceasefire. As part of the deal, SDF forces will leave areas west of the Euphrates River and become part of the Syrian military. This agreement follows recent intense fighting in the region.
Key Facts
- The Syrian government and SDF agreed on a ceasefire.
- SDF forces will withdraw from areas west of the Euphrates River.
- SDF will join the Syrian military under this agreement.
- The agreement follows recent fighting in northeastern Syria.
- Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa announced the agreement.
- Syrian state institutions will move into al-Hasakah, Deir Az Zor, and Raqqa.
- The Syrian government will take control of border crossings and oil and gas fields.
- A previous similar agreement in March was not implemented.
