Syria's Fragile Truce Threatened as Tensions Escalate

A four-day truce between the Syrian government and Kurdish fighters came to an end with uncertainty about renewal. As government forces reinforce the northeast, tensions rise over territory control. While the SDF urges international intervention, negotiations on merging fighters into national forces stall, highlighting potential for renewed conflict.

The tenuous four-day truce between Syria's government and Kurdish fighters concluded without assurance of renewal, amid escalating tensions in the region. Kurdish-led forces called on the international community to intervene, as Syrian government troops increased their presence in the northeastern areas.

The Syrian Democratic Forces, backed by the United States, have recently forfeited significant territories after weeks of intense clashes. Although a fresh agreement was recently signed, requiring SDF members to merge into Syria's military and police, fulfillment of this accord remains uncertain.

Meanwhile, the Syrian government has liberated 126 minors from a northern prison while strategic movements in detention center control continue, with plans to transfer Islamic State detainees to Iraq. Despite the ceasefire's end, the SDF maintains its commitment to peace.

(With inputs from agencies.)