Syrian Forces Withdraw from Suwayda Following Ceasefire Agreement

Sierra Ellis—July 17, 20250

Syrian government forces have begun withdrawing from the southern city of Suwayda, as reported by the state news agency SANA. This action follows a ceasefire agreement reached earlier in the day with the city’s Druze religious leaders. The Interior Ministry confirmed the new agreement, which includes the full reintegration of the province under central government authority. The withdrawal comes after the army’s mission to pursue outlaw groups concluded.