HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases...De-escalation in Northern Syria hide De-escalation in Northern Syria Press Statement Ned Price, Department Spokesperson August 22, 2022 The United States is deeply concerned about recent attacks along Syria’s northern border and urges all parties to maintain ceasefire lines. We deplore the civilian casualties in Al-Bab, Hasakah, and elsewhere. We remain committed to our efforts to ensure the enduring defeat of ISIS and a political resolution to the Syrian conflict. Tags Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs Office of the Spokesperson Syria