Suwayda: The Syrian presidency announced on Saturday a comprehensive and immediate ceasefire following days of unrest in the southern province of Suwayda. In a statement, the presidency called on all parties 'to fully comply with this decision, immediately halt all combat operations in all areas, ensure the protection of civilians, and guarantee the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid.'

According to Anadolu Agency, the presidency warned that 'any violation of this decision will be considered a blatant breach of national sovereignty and will be met with the necessary legal measures according to the constitution and prevailing laws.' The presidency also urged everyone to 'allow the Syrian state, its institutions, and forces the space to responsibly apply this ceasefire, ensuring stability and an end to the bloodshed.'

Clashes erupted on July 13 between Bedouin Arab tribes and armed Druze groups in Suwayda. Violence escalated, leading to Israeli airstrikes on Syrian military positions and infrastructure in Damascus. Israel cited the 'protection of Druze communities' as justification for its actions.

Meanwhile, the US Ambassador to Ankara, Tom Barrack, announced that Israel and Syria had agreed to a truce. Barrack, also serving as the US special envoy for Syria, stated on X that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Syrian President SyPresidency, supported by the U.S.A. SecRubio, had agreed to a ceasefire embraced by Trkiye, Jordan, and its neighbors.

Barrack called upon Druze, Bedouins, and Sunnis to lay down their weapons and work with other minorities to build a new and united Syrian identity. He urged all Syrians to honor each other and live peacefully with their neighbors.

In December, Assad, Syria's leader for nearly 25 years, fled to Russia, marking the end of the Baath Party regime, which had been in power since 1963. Subsequently, a new transitional administration led by President Ahmad al-Sharaa was formed in Syria in January.