politics

January 24, 2026

Syrian and Kurdish forces agree to extend ceasefire as threat of war looms

Ceasefire to be extended for one month to allow transfer of suspected Islamic State members from Syria to Iraq

Syrian and Kurdish forces agree to extend ceasefire as threat of war looms

TL;DR

  • A ceasefire between the Syrian government and Kurdish forces has been extended for up to one month.
  • The extension aims to facilitate the transfer of suspected Islamic State members from Syria to Iraq.
  • Both sides have been preparing for a potential full-scale war, with military build-ups occurring.
  • A 14-point plan is on the table for the Kurdish militia (SDF) to disband and integrate into the Syrian army, ending Kurdish autonomy.
  • SDF leader Mazloum Abdi is attempting to gain consensus within the SDF for the proposed agreement.
  • The US has indicated its support for the Syrian government as the primary anti-ISIS force in Syria.
  • The US military is transferring ISIS prisoners from Kurdish territories to prevent escapes.
  • Fighting in Kurdish-majority areas is anticipated to be more intense than recent government offensives in Arab-majority areas.
  • There are fears among Kurdish civilians of Syrian government-backed massacres.
  • Syrian government forces are aware that a protracted war could lead to a long-term insurgency.

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