Reinforcements deployed in Hasakah
Syrian internal security forces entered Hasakah with dozens of vehicles and deployed at several points across the city to ensure security.
Residents welcomed the units entering Hasakah with Syrian flags with celebrations.
Ceasefire and integration agreement with the YPG
The Syrian administration and the YPG signed a new agreement on January 29 providing for a ceasefire and gradual integration.
In previous months, the Syrian government had taken control of state institutions in Hasakah, including the governor's office, courthouse and security headquarters, which had been under the YPG's control.