Rebels Gain Ground in Aleppo Amid Intense Airstrikes
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Syrian rebels, led by the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, have seized most of Aleppo, including its airport, in a significant offensive against Bashar al-Assad's regime. The rebels are advancing southward, aiming for Hama, while Assad's forces, supported by Russian airstrikes, prepare a counterattack. This development highlights Assad's vulnerability amid ongoing domestic and international pressures, as his allies are distracted by conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. The situation has prompted diplomatic discussions among key regional powers, including Russia, Turkey, and Iran.
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