18.01.2026 19:40
In northeastern Syria, the intense clashes between army forces and the terrorist organization YPG/SDF, which have been ongoing for days, have given way to a ceasefire. President Ahmed Shara announced that after the decision to halt military activity in the region, state institutions will return to the three strategically important provinces that have been under occupation for years. In an effort to reduce tensions on the ground and prevent social chaos, Shara also addressed the tribes, which are among the most important dynamics of the region, urging them to "be reasonable and show restraint."
After the intense clashes between the army forces and the terrorist organization YPG/SDG in northeastern Syria, a strategic move that will fundamentally change the balances in the region came from the Damascus administration. Syrian President Ahmed Shara announced a ceasefire and shared the details of the agreement reached in the region. Shara made a critical call to the tribes for social peace, stating, "We urge the tribes to be prudent and to show restraint."
CRITICAL TURN IN SYRIA: CEASEFIRE ANNOUNCED
Following the clashes between the Syrian army and the terrorist organization YPG/SDG, President Ahmed Shara announced that a ceasefire had been declared along the northeastern front. As part of the agreement reached between the Damascus administration and the organization, critical steps are being taken to re-establish the state's sovereignty.
STATE INSTITUTIONS RETURNING TO 3 PROVINCES
In his statement, President Shara emphasized that the ceasefire is not just a military pause, but also the beginning of an administrative return. Shara declared that "State institutions will enter three provinces in the east and northeast (areas occupied by YPG/SDG)," announcing that public services and official authority will be re-established in these regions.
CALL FOR PRUDENCE AND RESTRAINT TO THE TRIBES
Considering the sensitivities of the local forces and tribal structures in the region, Ahmed Shara issued a call to prevent provocations after the conflict. In his statement, Shara said:
"We urge the tribes to be prudent and to show restraint. It is vital for everyone to act with moderation to maintain social peace and ensure the safety of the process."