Press Statement

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq welcomes the conclusion of a comprehensive ceasefire agreement between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). The agreement includes understandings to integrate the institutions of the Autonomous Administration into the institutions of the Syrian state, in a manner that contributes to strengthening stability and supporting the path toward a political solution in Syria.

The Ministry affirms that this agreement represents a positive step, reflecting the importance of prioritizing dialogue and mutual understanding among all Syrian parties, in a way that safeguards the rights of all Syrian components and ensures their fair participation in state institutions, based on citizenship and peaceful coexistence.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also commends the responsiveness of the Syrian parties to the efforts exerted by leaders in the Republic of Iraq, which helped create the appropriate conditions for reaching this agreement, stemming from Iraq’s role in supporting the security and stability of the region and its steadfast commitment to promoting political solutions that spare peoples the hardships of conflict.

The Republic of Iraq reiterates its firm position in support of Syria’s unity and independence, and its solidarity with the brotherly Syrian people in their aspirations for security, stability, and lasting peace.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Republic of Iraq
3 February 2026