Cairo, January 31 (QNA) - Egypt has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire agreement between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), including an understanding on initiating a phased integration process.

In a statement issued today, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed Egypt's steadfast position on the necessity of preserving Syria's unity and supporting its national institutions.

The statement also expressed Egypt's continued support for all efforts aimed at reaching a comprehensive and sustainable political settlement that fulfills the aspirations of the Syrian people for security, stability, and development, and paves the way for recovery and reconstruction. (QNA)