Summary
The Syrian government and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have agreed to a four-day ceasefire that began on Tuesday evening. Despite the agreed ceasefire, there have been reports of continued attacks, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the ceasefire. The agreement also involves the integration of SDF forces into the Syrian government.
Key Facts
- The ceasefire between the Syrian government and SDF began at 8pm (17:00 GMT) on Tuesday.
- The ceasefire deal involves integrating Kurdish forces into the Syrian state's framework.
- The SDF confirmed its acceptance of the ceasefire, stating it would only act defensively.
- Reports surfaced that government-allied groups attacked the village of Tal Baroud despite the ceasefire.
- SDF representatives stated that Zarkan faced artillery attacks and an attack on al-Aqtan Prison occurred.
- The Syrian government made rapid territorial gains, taking control of regions previously held by the SDF.
- Syria's Ministry of Interior noted the army's control over the al-Hol camp, housing ISIL fighters' families.
- The U.S. envoy to Syria, Tom Barrack, recognized the Syrian government as the U.S.'s main partner against ISIL.
