Russia's Lavrov on Syria cease-fire

Experts from Russia, the USA, and Jordan have agreed on a memorandum to create a de-escalation zone in southwest Syria, covering the areas of Deraa, Quneitra, and Suwayda. A ceasefire will be implemented starting July 9 at noon Damascus time. The USA and Russia have committed to ensuring compliance with the ceasefire by all groups in the area, facilitating humanitarian access, and establishing communication between opposition groups and a monitoring center in Jordan's capital.

Which countries were involved in the agreement to create a de-escalation zone in southwestern Syria?

• Russia, USA, and Jordan

• Russia, Turkey, and Iran

• Russia, USA, and Turkey

• USA, Jordan, and Lebanon

When is the ceasefire in the de-escalation zone scheduled to begin?

• July 8 at midnight

• July 9 at midnight

• July 9 at noon

• July 10 at noon

What is the role of the USA and Russia in the de-escalation zone?

• To establish a new government

• To ensure compliance with the ceasefire

• To provide military support

• To evacuate civilians

What additional responsibility do the USA and Russia have besides ensuring the ceasefire?

• Building new infrastructure

• Facilitating humanitarian access

• Training local police

• Organizing elections

Where is the monitoring center for the de-escalation zone being established?

• Amman

• Beirut

• Damascus

• Cairo