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Reports: Ceasefire between Kurds and Syrian regime collapses as fighting looms in Hasakah
According to the report, the Syrian regime backtracked on key commitments it had made, leading to the collapse of the negotiations.
The development comes only hours after Ahmed al-Sharaa signed the agreement in front of cameras in what Kurdish sources describe as a performative move meant to project control and stability. In practice, Kurdish officials say the regime failed to implement core obligations, including security guarantees and on-the-ground measures.
At the same time, Kurdish forces in Hasakah province in eastern Syria are preparing for what they describe as a “battle to the death.” Reports indicate that Syrian army units have already reached the outskirts of Hasakah city, with tensions at their highest point and large-scale clashes potentially imminent.
NEWSRAEL: WHY THIS IS IMPORTANT
The collapse of the ceasefire underscores once again the Syrian regime’s lack of credibility and the fragility of any agreement it signs. A major confrontation in eastern Syria could further destabilize the region, strengthen jihadist elements, deepen Turkish and Iranian involvement, and create new security risks with broader regional implications — including for Israel.