Syria's Presidential Visit to Germany Canceled Amid Ceasefire

Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa has canceled his planned visit to Berlin, where he was to meet with Germany's Chancellor and President. The decision follows a recent ceasefire in Syria, agreed upon after clashes between government troops and U.S.-backed Kurdish fighters.

Syria's President, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has called off his scheduled visit to Berlin, a German government spokesperson confirmed to Reuters. The trip was set for Monday and Tuesday.

During the visit, al-Sharaa was expected to hold meetings with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. Discussions with German business leaders were also on the itinerary.

The cancellation comes in the wake of a ceasefire agreement reached on Sunday, following intense combat between Syrian government forces and U.S.-supported Kurdish fighters.

(With inputs from agencies.)