Rebel Forces Capture Aleppo Amidst Syrian Conflict Escalation
TL;DR
A coalition of Syrian rebel groups, including Hayat Tahrir Al-Sham (HTS) and the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army, has captured Aleppo, Syria's second-largest city, in a surprise offensive. This marks a significant setback for President Bashar Al-Assad and escalates the ongoing conflict. HTS, led by Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, has distanced itself from al Qaeda and ISIS but remains designated as a terrorist organization by the US. The coalition's actions highlight the complex dynamics involving Turkey's influence and the ongoing tensions with Kurdish forces.
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