Urgent Statement from the Syrian Presidency: Withdrawal of Forces from Al-Suwayda and Warning of Violence

The Syrian Arab Republic Presidency announced in an official statement last night that the Syrian leadership has decided to withdraw military forces from the Al-Suwayda province, in a step aimed at avoiding further escalation, in response to American-Arab mediation that took place last night, aiming to defuse tensions in southern Syria.

The statement clarified that the decision to withdraw came based on a clear understanding, obliging unlawful groups not to resort to revenge or violence against civilians, allowing room for de-escalation efforts and ensuring stability in Al-Suwayda.

However, the Syrian Presidency emphasized that what happened later was a clear violation of the agreements, as these groups engaged in documented acts of violence, shaking public opinion, and included committing heinous crimes that constitute a blatant violation of the principles of mediation, a direct threat to civil peace and national unity, and a push towards chaos and security collapse.

The Presidency affirmed that the Syrian state, while calling on all parties to calm down and exercise restraint, insists on the necessity of enabling state institutions to assert their authority and enforce the law throughout Syrian territories, and emphasizes its commitment to holding accountable anyone involved in crimes, regardless of their affiliation.

The statement added that Syria renews its strong commitment to protecting all components of the Syrian people without discrimination, and calls on the international community to support its efforts in restoring security and stability, controlling loose weapons, and enforcing the rule of law.

In conclusion, the Syrian Presidency warned against the continued blatant Israeli interventions in Syrian internal affairs, affirming that these interventions contribute to fueling chaos, complicating the regional scene, and hindering stability and reconstruction efforts.

The Presidency emphasized that protecting Syria, its territorial integrity, and the security of its citizens is the responsibility of the state first and last, and that the Syrian government will continue to take all necessary measures to protect the people and preserve their dignity, without compromising in the face of any threat to civil peace or national sovereignty.