Syria: Rebel Forces Gain Ground Against Assad Regime Amid Renewed Fighting
In northern Syria, government forces supported by Iran and Russia are losing ground to a coalition of rebels led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) after capturing Aleppo. The rebels are advancing toward Hama, raising fears of a large-scale resurgence of conflict after over a decade of civil war. Despite support, President Bashar al-Assad’s troops struggle to contain the offensives, resulting in significant military losses. The renewed clashes have already claimed over 500 lives, marking the most intense fighting since 2020.