Syrians celebrate ceasefire deal between government and SDF

A ceasefire agreement between the Syrian government and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) has led to celebrations in Syria. The agreement halted nearly two weeks of deadly fighting between the two groups. The ceasefire has renewed hopes for peace and national unity within the country. The celebrations were observed in Damascus, where Al Jazeera's Ayman Oghanna reported on the public response. The deal was made public on January 19, 2026. The cause for the celebrations is the potential end to violence and the prospect of a more unified Syria.