Syrian Army Regains Control of Deir Hafer and Maskana Under Agreement

January 17, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Syrian Army Regains Control of Deir Hafer and Maskana Under Agreement

Syrian Government Troops Establish Control in Eastern Aleppo Governorate

A recent agreement has led to the withdrawal of Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) from dozens of towns and villages in eastern Aleppo governorate, allowing Syrian government troops to take control of the area.

According to reports, government forces have moved into several locations, including Deir Hafer and Maskana. The SDF had previously held sway over these areas under an international-sponsored agreement.

The withdrawal of the SDF from the region has resulted in the establishment of Syrian government control over the affected towns and villages. It is not clear at this time what specific terms were included in the agreement that led to the SDF’s withdrawal.

Details regarding the exact number of locations where government forces have taken control are not yet available. However, it is reported that dozens of towns and villages in eastern Aleppo governorate have been affected by the agreement.

The international community has been involved in facilitating the agreement, which aimed to establish a new balance of power in the region. The specifics of this agreement remain unclear at this time.

Further information regarding the implications of this development for the local population and regional stability is not yet available.

Source: Al Jazeera