Damascus: Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa held a call Saturday with French President Emmanuel Macron, during which they discussed developments in the region and efforts to promote stability, according to a statement.

According to Anadolu Agency, Al-Sharaa emphasized the importance of supporting the Syrian political process and enhancing stability across the country, as mentioned in a statement cited by the Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA). The conversation also covered the comprehensive agreement reached between the Syrian government and the SDF terror group. Macron expressed his support for the deal and highlighted the necessity of implementing it in a way that ensures Syria's unity and sovereignty.

Macron reiterated France's commitment to continued coordination to support Syria and the Syrian people on the path toward stability, justice, and reconstruction. Damascus announced a comprehensive ceasefire and phased agreement Friday between the government and the SDF. The two sides have agreed to an immediate ceasefire and a phased process to integrate military and administrative structures.

The agreement includes the withdrawal of forces from contact lines and the deployment of Interior Ministry security forces to the city centers of Hasakah and Qamishli in northeastern Syria as part of broader efforts to restore stability. The deal further aims to unify Syrian territory, enforce state authority, and promote full institutional integration through coordination and joint efforts to rebuild the country.

On Jan. 18, the Syrian government and the SDF signed a ceasefire and integration deal, but Damascus has since accused the group of repeated and 'serious' violations. The latest agreement followed a military operation by the Syrian Army that reclaimed large areas in eastern and northeastern Syria after repeated breaches by the SDF of previous understandings.