The fast-moving offensive began on Wednesday, surprising forces loyal to Bashar al-Assad and his alliesThis article is an extract from our First Edition newsletter. Sign up hereEight years ago, indiscriminate Russian airstrikes helped the forces of the Syrian president, Bashar al-Assad, drive rebels from Aleppo – a crucial turning point in the country’s civil war, which has largely been in a state of stalemate since 2020.Over the weekend a stunning rebel offensive seized Aleppo again – and the Assad regime now faces its greatest threat in years. Here’s what you need to know. Continue reading…
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Author : Archie Bland
Publish date : 2024-12-02 07:00:20
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Who are the Syrian rebels HTS who have advanced in Aleppo?
