Kurdish Forces Withdraw from Aleppo Following Ceasefire Agreement

The final Kurdish fighters have evacuated Aleppo following a ceasefire mediated internationally, as announced by Mazloum Abdi, leader of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Clashes erupted earlier in the week due to stalled negotiations for Kurdish integration into Syria’s government, resulting in at least 12 deaths and mass civilian displacement. The ceasefire was prompted by concerns over Turkey’s involvement, given its support for the Syrian government and opposition to the SDF. U.S. officials urged all parties to cease hostilities and return to dialogue to stabilize the region.

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