Russian president announces ceasefire in Syria, to start midnight

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Thursday that a ceasefire in Syria had been signed, which will start at midnight. 

During a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Defense Minister Sergei Shoygu today, Putin said three documents had been signed: a ceasefire agreement between the Syrian government and the armed opposition; a list of control mechanisms to ensure the ceasefire would work; and a statement of intent to begin negotiations on a political end to the conflict.

"The agreements reached are, of course, fragile, need a special attention and involvement... But after all, this is a notable result of our joint work, efforts by the defense and foreign ministries, our partners in the regions," Putin said.

Source; MENA