Ceasefire in Aleppo Masks Deeper Failures in Syria’s Fragmented Conflict

The recent ceasefire announced by Syria’s Defense Ministry after violent clashes between government forces and Kurdish fighters in Aleppo is less a sign of progress and more a stark reminder of the persistent instability plaguing the region. More than 140,000 people were forced from their homes during just three days of conflict — a humanitarian crisis unfolding amid complex power struggles that continue to evade resolution. Who Benefits When Violence Replaces Diplomacy? This temporary truce, effective for six hours with provisions for Kurdish militants to vacate contested neighborhoods, does little to address the fundamental issues tearing Syria apart. The government’s...