In a touching moment, Abdulkafi, an English teacher from opposition-held Aleppo, reunited with his father after 20 years apart due to the Syrian civil war’s impact. Their poignant encounter follows a recent offensive by the rebel group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), which has raised fears of renewed violence despite improvements in basic services. Residents express anxiety about potential airstrikes and a lack of trust in HTS’s moderation, highlighting the complex and precarious situation in Aleppo post-conflict.