Overview
- Syrian state outlets say government forces seized Tabqa and took control of the Euphrates (Tabqa) dam after clashes with the US‑backed SDF, with conditions on the ground still developing.
- Information Minister Hamza al‑Mustafa told SANA a significant announcement was expected on a ceasefire and full integration of SDF formations into state institutions.
- Kurdish media reported SDF commander Mazloum Abdi traveled to Damascus for talks, and Syrian outlets said President Ahmed al‑Shar' invited him to join a meeting with US envoy Tom Brack.
- US Central Command publicly urged Syrian government forces to stop offensive operations between Aleppo and Tabqa as international actors pressed for de‑escalation.
- Separately, the UAE opened a large presence at Davos 2026 led by Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed and laid the foundation stone for a Sheikh Zayed Mosque and cultural center in N'Djamena with Chad.