News|ConflictCeasefire declared between Syrian forces, Kurdish fighters after one killedA landmark deal to integrate the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) with state institutions has stalled as both sides accuse each other of violence.
The Syrian government has declared a ceasefire in Aleppo between its security forces and Kurdish fighters. This announcement follows recent overnight violence resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries.
The Syrian government has declared a ceasefire in Aleppo between its security forces and Kurdish fighters. This announcement follows recent overnight violence resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries.
Defense Minister Murhaf Abu Qasra confirmed the ceasefire on Tuesday after discussions with Mazloum Abdi, Commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Both parties agreed to a comprehensive ceasefire across northern and northeastern Syria.
The implementation of the ceasefire agreement is set to begin immediately. Recent clashes occurred between the Syrian army and the SDF, with the latter reportedly targeting checkpoints in Aleppo, as reported by the state-run news agency SANA.
SDF forces allegedly fired into residential areas using mortar shells and heavy machine guns, resulting in civilian casualties, according to SANA. Residents reported fatalities and injuries due to shelling in public areas.
The Syrian government has declared a ceasefire in Aleppo between its security forces and Kurdish fighters.
The SDF denied these allegations, asserting that its forces had previously withdrawn from the area and attributed the violence to government forces' aggression. The SDF accused government military factions of ongoing attacks against civilians in Aleppo.
This ceasefire follows tensions between the interim government and the SDF, which seeks autonomy in northeastern Syria. The violence also marks a setback for the March agreement aimed at integrating Kurdish-led forces into state institutions.
The agreement, established after the removal of former President Bashar al-Assad, was intended to transfer key assets controlled by the SDF to Damascus. These assets include border crossings, an airport, and oil-and-gas fields. However, progress has been stalled, with both parties accusing each other of provocations.
On Tuesday, the presidential office reported discussions between President Ahmed al-Sharaa and US envoy Tom Barrack on implementing the plan while maintaining Syria's sovereignty and territorial integrity. They also explored ways to support the political process.
Syria recently published the results of its first parliamentary elections since the fall of al-Assad. The elections are a significant step in Syria's political transition following years of civil conflict. However, concerns about inclusivity and fairness have been raised, as the new People's Assembly primarily consists of Sunni Muslim males, with women and minority representation remaining low.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
