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world-news1 year ago

Syrian Rebels Gain Ground Amid New Uprising and Shifting Alliances

Syrian rebels have launched a significant offensive, capturing the city of Hama, marking a major setback for President Bashar al-Assad and his allies, Russia and Iran. This advance, led by the group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, threatens Assad's control as it opens a strategic path towards Homs and potentially Damascus. Despite Russian airstrikes, the rebels have made rapid gains from Aleppo and Idlib, challenging the Syrian regime's hold on key territories. Assad has vowed to counter the rebel advances, accusing Western powers of attempting to alter regional dynamics.

via BBC.com|
#assad#civil-war#hama
world-news1 year ago

Syrian Symbols of Power Toppled Amidst Ongoing Conflict

In a symbolic act, rebels in Syria's fourth-largest city, Hama, toppled a statue of former President Hafez al-Assad, father of current leader Bashar al-Assad, amid a rebel offensive. The event, reminiscent of the 2003 toppling of Saddam Hussein's statue in Iraq, marks a significant moment in the ongoing Syrian civil war, which began in 2011. The rebels, who recently seized Aleppo, are advancing towards Homs, challenging Assad's regime despite his previous territorial gains with Russian and Iranian support.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#civil-war#hafez-al-assad#hama
world-news1 year ago

Syrian Rebels Capture Hama, Intensifying Pressure on Assad Regime

Syrian rebels, led by the Islamist militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), have captured the major city of Hama after the Syrian military withdrew, marking a significant setback for President Bashar al-Assad. The rebels' advance follows their recent capture of Aleppo and comes amid a broader offensive in the region. The military's withdrawal was aimed at preserving civilian lives and avoiding urban combat. The conflict has displaced over 280,000 people and resulted in significant casualties, with international calls for a ceasefire and political resolution intensifying.

via BBC.com|
#civil-war#hama#hts
world-news1 year ago

Syrian Rebels Secure Strategic Victory with Hama Capture

Syrian rebels have captured the strategically important city of Hama, marking a significant victory following their recent takeover of Aleppo. This development represents a major setback for President Bashar al-Assad and his allies, Iran and Russia, as it reignites the Syrian civil war. The rebel coalition, led by Hayat Tahrir Al Sham (HTS), aims to advance further south to Homs. Hama holds symbolic significance due to a brutal 1982 massacre ordered by Assad's father. Despite HTS's attempts to rebrand, it remains designated as a terrorist organization by the U.S.

via CNN|
#civil-war#hama#hts
world-news1 year ago

Syrian Rebels Secure Strategic Victory with Hama Capture

Syrian opposition forces, led by Hayat Tahrir al Sham, have entered the strategic city of Hama, marking a significant shift in the Syrian civil war. The Syrian army, loyal to President Bashar Assad, has redeployed outside the city, which is crucial for its location on the main highway to Damascus and as a supply route for Iran to Hezbollah. This development follows the rebels' recent capture of Aleppo, ending years of stalemate and challenging the Assad regime's control.

via NPR|
#bashar-assad#hama#rebels
world-news1 year ago

Syrian Forces and Rebels Clash in Strategic Hama Offensive

Syrian government forces have launched a counteroffensive against Islamist rebels, including Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, in the strategic city of Hama. This comes after the rebels, who have roots in al-Qaeda, made significant advances following their capture of Aleppo. The conflict has highlighted President Bashar al-Assad's tenuous control over the country, with reports of Russian airstrikes supporting his forces. The ongoing violence has resulted in hundreds of deaths and displaced tens of thousands of people.

via DW (English)|
#bashar-al-assad#civil-war#hama
world-news1 year ago

Syrian Symbols of Power Toppled Amidst Ongoing Conflict

Syrian rebels, led by the Islamist militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, have taken control of Hama after the military withdrew, toppling a statue of former president Hafez al-Assad. The group's leader, Abu Mohammed al-Jawlani, declared victory and promised no revenge. This follows the rebels' capture of Aleppo and the destruction of a statue of Bashar al-Assad's brother, Bassel.

via BBC.com|
#hafez-al-assad#hama#hayat-tahrir-al-sham
conflict2 years ago

Militant attacks in Syria leave dozens dead.

ISIS militants killed 26 people, including civilians and military personnel, who were foraging for truffles in Syria's Hama region. Despite their defeat in Syria in 2019, ISIS sleeper cells still carry out deadly attacks in both Syria and Iraq. Truffle hunting can help people earn money in the war-torn country, but ISIS militants have repeatedly preyed on them, emerging from the desert to abduct them, kill some and ransom others for money.

via The Associated Press|
#attacks#conflict#hama