Syria’s president, Kurdish leader discuss regional developments, stability

ISTANBUL

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and Masoud Barzani, the leader of northern Iraq’s Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), discussed the latest developments in the region and ways to enhance stability and security during a phone call Tuesday.

A statement by Syria’s presidency said the two sides also agreed to continue coordination and joint consultations to ensure peace in the region and address differences in a way that serves the interests of all parties.

During the call, Sharaa stressed that the full rights of Kurds are guaranteed, including national, political and civil rights, the statement said.

Barzani expressed support for the recent agreement reached between the Syrian government and the SDF group, according to the statement.

Earlier Tuesday, the Syrian Ministry of Defense announced a four-day ceasefire to ensure the success of the understanding reached with the SDF.