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Syria announces ceasefire after days of clashes in Aleppo

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Following three days of violence between government forces and Kurdish fighters in Aleppo, Syria’s Defense ministry has announced a ceasefire. There was no immediate comment from the Kurdish-led Syrian democratic forces.

Breakdown
  • Syria's defence ministry announces ceasefire after three days of violence 7s
  • Kurdish-led SDF has not commented; local Kurdish council refuses withdrawal 11s
  • Recent fighting displaced tens of thousands in Aleppo 39s
  • Ceasefire gives armed groups six hours to leave, but no withdrawals reported 48s
  • Fighting began amid stalled talks between government and SDF 1m 35s