Matthew Dannoun - Special Envoy To The Syrian President

Washington, Jan.20 (SANA) U.S. President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that American forces cooperated with the Syrian government to capture terrorists who escaped from Al-Shaddadi prison south of al-Hasakah in northeast of Syria.  “There was an escape attempt from the prison, and we worked with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and the Syrian government to capture the prisoners. They are among the most dangerous terrorists in the world, and all of them are from Europe,” Trump said in a statement to the American newspaper of New York Post.   Yesterday, the “SDF” released members of the terrorist organization ISIS from al-Shaddadi prison before the Syrian Arab Army entered the city and secured the prison and its surroundings. The Syrian Arab Army held the “SDF” fully responsible for releasing ISIS members from the prison, stressing that it is taking all necessary measures to restore control over the area. SANA 

Damascus, Jan.20 (SANA) Ministry of Defense Spokesman Brigadier General Hassan Abdul Ghani affirmed that the ministry is moving proceeding with a high sense of national responsibility and a sincere commitment to prevent bloodshed and to build a peaceful solution that preserves the country’s unity, security and stability. In a statement issued on Tuesday on the latest developments in northeastern Syria, Abdel Ghani addressed Syria’s Kurdish citizens, describing them as an integral and inseparable part of the Syrian people. “We defend our people and are ready to sacrifice our lives for them. We have pledged to protect our Kurdish citizens, safeguard their property and secure everything necessary for them to remain safe and dignified in their homes, proud of themselves and of their homeland, Syria,” he said. Abdel Ghani added that Syria’s Kurds had suffered grave injustice for five decades, having been deprived of their rights and subjected to systematic exclusion policies that affected t...

Damascus, Jan. 20 (SANA) Syria’s Interior Ministry said on Tuesday that following a recent agreement between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), the latest released a number of detainees from the ISIS militant along with their families. The ministry added that SDF units withdrew from guarding al-Hol camp, eastern Hasakah, without coordination with the Syrian government or the U.S.-led coalition, as an attempt to pressure Damascus over counterterrorism efforts. The Interior Ministry affirmed that it was closely monitoring the situation and taking all necessary measures in coordination with the international coalition to preserve security and stability and prevent any threats to public safety. In a related development, the Ministry of Defense announced on its official Telegram channel its full readiness to assume control of al-Hol camp and all prisons holding ISIS militants in the region. It stressed that its priority remained combating the extremist group and r...

Damascus, Jan. 20 (SANA) The Syrian Defense Ministry on Tuesday denied reports of clashes around al-Aqtan prison in Raqqa, stressing that the site is secured. The Media and Communications Department of the Ministry of Defense told SANA, “We deny reports of clashes around al-Aqtan prison in Raqqa,” affirming that the prison is fully secured, with military police and internal security forces deployed on-site. The Media Directorate added that the Ministry of Interior remains in continuous contact with the prison administration to ensure that all necessary supplies are provided. SANA 

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Damascus, Jan.20 (SANA) President Ahmad Al-Sharaa conducted phone call on Tuesday with His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar, during which they exchanged views on regional and international developments, particularly the latest developments in Syria. The two sides underscored Syria’s unity and sovereignty, and highlighted the strength of the fraternal relations between the two countries and ways to advance them in a manner that serves their mutual interests. They also reiterated the importance of dialogue and boosting cooperation to achieve regional security and stability. SANA 

Damascus, Jan.20 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa conducted phone call with Masoud Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Democratic Party, during which they reviewed the latest regional developments and ways to promote stability and security. President al-Sharaa affirmed that the full rights of Kurds are guaranteed, including national, political and civil rights. Barzani, for his part, voiced his support for the recent agreement between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces. The two sides agreed on maintaining coordination and continued consultation to ensure peace and security in the region and to address differences in a manner that serves the interests of all parties. SANA 

Damascus, Jan.20 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa conducted a phone call on Tuesday with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani, during which they discussed exchanged views on regional developments, particularly in northern and eastern Syria, and addressed issues of mutual interest. The two sides stressed the importance of preserving Syria’s territorial integrity and state sovereignty, emphasizing the need to secure the Syrian-Iraqi border and intensify joint efforts to maintain security and stability. They also agreed on activating border crossings and government institutions in a way that contributes to enhancing stability and improving services. The call further highlighted the importance of strengthening joint security coordination and cooperation in confronting terrorist organizations, foremost among them Daesh, to safeguard the security and stability of the region. SANA 

Damascus, Jan. 20 (SANA) The Syrian presidency said on Tuesday that it has reached a shared understanding with the SDF on a number of issues related to the future of al-Hasakah province in northeast Syria. In a statement received by SANA, the presidency said it was agreed to grant the SDF four days for consultations in order to develop a detailed plan for the practical mechanism of integrating the areas. The statement said that if agreement is reached, Syrian forces will not enter the centers of the cities of al-Hasakah and Qamishli and will remain on their outskirts, with discussions to follow on the timetable and details of the peaceful integration of al-Hasakah province, including the city of Qamishli. It added that it was also agreed that Syrian military forces will not enter Kurdish villages, and that no armed forces will be present in those villages other than local security forces drawn from the residents of the area, in accordance with the agreement. The presidency said that Mr...

Raqqa, Jan. 20 (SANA) The Syrian Energy Ministry has begun evaluating newly recaptured oil fields in Raqqa and Deir Ezzor, aiming to rehabilitate them and resume production in the future. Energy Minister Mohammad al-Bashir visited al-Thawra oil field in the Raqqa countryside on Tuesday to assess its condition following its recent recapture by government forces from SDF. Minister al-Bashir toured the site as part of a broader effort to assess newly recovered oil fields in line with national plans. He emphasized the importance of evaluating wells and facilities to identify maintenance and repair needs, noting that restoring the oil sector is essential for sustainable production. Separately, Syrian Petroleum Company CEO Youssef Qablawi inspected al-A’zbah oil field in Deir Ezzor to verify its readiness for operation. The oil fields in Raqqa and Deir Ezzor are among the country’s most productive. al-Thawra (Raqqa) and al-A’zbah (Deir Ezzor) are known for their significant reser...

Damascus, Jan. 20 (SANA) Syria’s Ministry of Interior said late Monday that its forces had arrested 81 ISIS militants who escaped from al-Shaddadi prison in southern Hasakah province, northeastern Syria, which was under the control of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). In a statement posted on its Telegram channel, the ministry said the prison break resulted in the escape of around 120 ISIS detainees, citing information from a security source. The inmates had been held at the SDF-run al-Shaddadi prison. According to the statement, units of the Syrian Arab Army, accompanied by Interior Ministry special forces, entered the city of al-Shaddadi following the incident. Security forces conducted “targeted and systematic” search operations across the city and its surrounding areas in an effort to track down the fugitives and restore security. The ministry said the operations led to the arrest of 81 escapees, adding that security forces are continuing efforts to locate the remaining fugitives...

Damascus, Jan. 19 (SANA) The Ministry of Interior said in a statement Monday that protecting citizens and ensuring public order, along with preventing the resurgence of terrorism, are national priorities, particularly following recent developments in Hasakah province and accompanying SDF media manipulation and political exploitation of ISIS prisoners. According to the ministry, in line with its constitutional and legal responsibilities, it is fully prepared to assume management and security of ISIS prisons in Hasakah province, applying international standards to prevent security breaches or escape attempts. The ministry also confirmed its readiness for direct coordination with the U.S. as part of joint efforts to prevent terrorism’s return and ensure regional stability. The Interior Ministry held the SDF fully responsible for any escapes or releases of ISIS members from facilities under their control, specifically citing the al-Shaddadi prison incident as a “serious security violation ...

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Damascus, Jan. 19 (SANA) The Syrian government said on Monday that it has followed a statement issued by the so-called “autonomous administration” on Jan. 17 and described it as containing “a series of falsehoods and accusations” aimed at misleading international public opinion and sowing confusion. In a statement released today, the government said it “categorically rejects any attempt to use the terrorism file as political or security blackmail,” adding that warnings cited in the statement regarding prisons holding ISIS detainees amount to a political exploitation of terrorism and a form of pressure. The statement said that insisting on linking law-enforcement actions and the restoration of state legitimacy to the risk of activating terrorist cells is an attempt to invert facts and inflame tensions “to preserve an authority imposed by force of arms.” The government said its military and security institutions are fully prepared to carry out their duties in combating terrorism within i...

Hasakah, Jan. 19 (SANA) Syrian Arab Army units began entering al-Shaddadi town, south of Hasakah in northeast Syria, on Monday after the SDF released members of the ISIS terrorist organization from al-Shaddadi prison. In a statement to SANA on Monday, the army’s Operations Command said army units will secure al-Shaddadi prison and its surroundings and conduct sweeping operations in the town and nearby areas to apprehend ISIS detainees who were released. The Operations Command said al-Shaddadi prison and the city’s security facilities will be handed over immediately to the Ministry of Interior after security and sweep operations are completed. It added that the army leadership had contacted mediators and SDF leaders with the aim of handing the prison over to internal security forces to secure it and its perimeter, but that the SDF leadership refused. The Operations Command held the SDF fully responsible for releasing ISIS members from al-Shaddadi prison, stressing that army units will t...

Damascus, Jan.19 (SANA) President Ahmad al-Sharaa held Monday a phone call with U.S. President Donald Trump, during which they discussed developments in Syria. During the call, the two presidents stressed the importance of preserving Syria’s territorial unity and independence, and supporting all efforts aimed at achieving stability. Both sides underlined the need to guarantee the rights and protection of the Kurdish people within the framework of the Syrian state. The two leaders also agreed to continue cooperation in combating the terrorist organization Daesh and eliminating its threats. President Al-Sharaa and President Trump voiced a shared aspiration to see a strong and unified Syria capable of confronting regional and international challenges. The call also addressed a number of regional issues, with emphasis on the importance of giving Syria a new opportunity to move toward a better future. SANA 

Damascus, Jan. 19 (SANA) The Operations Command of the Syrian Arab Army said Monday that certain terrorist groups, including the PKK and remnants of the deposed regime, are attempting to disrupt the implementation of the ceasefire agreement by targeting Syrian Arab Army forces. The Command told SANA that “These groups carried out two attacks against Syrian forces deployed in the Jazira region, resulting in the martyrdom of three soldiers and injuries to others.” Earlier Monday, the Command announced the Syrian Army has begun deploying forces in the Jazira region in northeastern Syria to secure the area under the agreement reached with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). It added that the army units have so far secured Tishreen Dam, the northern countryside of Raqqa, and the western countryside of Hasakah. Late Sunday, President Ahmad al-Sharaa signed a ceasefire and full integration agreement with the SDF. The agreement consists of 14 points that provide an immediate and comprehensive ...

Damascus, Jan. 19 (SANA) The Syrian Arab Army Operations Command announced Monday that the army has begun deploying forces in the Jazira region in northeastern Syria to secure the area under the agreement reached with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). The Command told SANA that the army units have so far secured Tishreen Dam, the northern countryside of Raqqa, and the western countryside of Hasakah. The Command urged civilians to follow instructions from army units and to move in the area only when necessary. Late Sunday, President Ahmad al-Sharaa signed a ceasefire and full integration agreement with the SDF. The agreement consists of 14 points that provide an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire, along with full administrative and military handover of Deir Ezzor and Raqqa governorates to the Syrian government. The move was widely welcomed by Arab and international actors. SANA 

Mecca, Jan. 19 (SANA) The Muslim World League on Monday welcomed a ceasefire agreement and a deal to integrate the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) into state institutions, voicing support for Syria’s security, stability and territorial integrity. In a statement, the League’s Secretary-General Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa said the organization stood in full solidarity with the Syrian government and people against threats to the country’s stability, sovereignty and unity. Al-Issa said the League backed efforts by the Syrian government to protect all components of Syrian society, safeguard national resources and achievements, preserve civil peace and extend the rule of law across the country. President Ahmad al-Sharaa signed the ceasefire and integration agreement with the SDF on Sunday. The move was widely welcomed by Arab and international actors. SANA 

Syrian President Ahmed al Sharaa has announced a full ceasefire across northeastern Syria, urging tribal groups to de-escalate tensions, as Damascus confirmed signing provisions of a new agreement with the SDF/YPG, with final details to be completed on January 19. Under the agreement, the YPG/SDF are required to pull back to regions east of the Euphrates River, while the provinces of Deir Ezzor and Raqqa will fall under full administrative and military control of the Syrian government, state news agency SANA reported. The accord also will transfer all energy resources and border crossings to state authority, according to SANA.

Riyadh, Jan. 19 (SANA) The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed its welcome of the ceasefire agreement and the integration of the SDF, with all their civil and military institutions, into the Syrian state. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Sunday: “The Kingdom hopes this agreement will contribute to boosting security and stability, building state institutions, and enforcing the rule of law in a way that meets the aspirations of the brotherly Syrian people for development and prosperity.” The statement reaffirmed Saudi Arabia’s full support for the Syrian government’s efforts to promote civil peace and preserve Syria’s sovereignty and territorial unity. The statement praised the efforts made by the United States in reaching this agreement. President Ahmad al Sharaa today signed the ceasefire agreement and the full integration of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) into Syrian state institutions. SANA 

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