Damascus: Syria's information minister announced that a ceasefire and integration agreement with the YPG/SDF will take effect on Monday, marking a move toward consolidating state authority in the northeast. According to Anadolu Agency, Hamza al-Mustafa, speaking on Syria TV, highlighted that the agreement is a positive step for the country, especially after regaining control of Deir el-Zour and Raqqa. The agreement involves the cities of Hasakah and Qamishli and aims to integrate military forces, building on a previous accord from January 18th. The earlier agreement between the government and the SDF sought to end military confrontations in northeastern Syria, restoring full state control over regions east of the Euphrates River. The framework combined a ceasefire with the reintegration of SDF forces under Damascus. Under the new terms, SDF members will be integrated into military brigades under the Defense Ministry, beginning Monday. The government will also assume control of key oilfields and the Qamish li airport within ten days. Al-Mustafa noted that the SDF had tried to position itself as the representative of Syrian Kurds, politicizing their issues. The government has engaged with various Kurdish political groups to address community concerns. The minister expressed optimism about implementing the agreement for the benefit of all sides, stating that Syria's unity is no longer at risk. The comprehensive agreement with the SDF aims to end internal division and integrate military and administrative bodies. The deal stipulates military withdrawal from contact lines and the deployment of Interior Ministry security forces in city centers to reinforce stability. President Ahmad al-Sharaa previously affirmed the integral role of Syrian Kurds in the national identity. The Syrian Army had launched operations against the SDF, expanding east of the Euphrates with tribal forces, regaining control over territories previously held by the group.