Syrian Rebels Launch Surprise Offensive, Enter Aleppo
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Islamist insurgents from Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) have launched a surprise offensive, entering Aleppo for the first time in four years, capturing territory and seizing military assets from Syrian government forces. The offensive has resulted in significant civilian casualties and displacement, with Syrian and Russian forces responding with airstrikes. The situation is complicated by regional tensions, including Israeli airstrikes on Iranian forces in Syria and Turkey's complex role in the conflict. The outcome of the offensive remains uncertain as rebels exploit perceived vulnerabilities in Assad's defenses.
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- What a Deadly Offensive in Syria Means for a Stalled Civil War The New York Times
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