David Cardin, the United Nations Deputy Regional Humanitarian Coordinator for the Syrian Crisis, reported that “the fighting in northwestern Syria resulted in the deaths of 27 civilians, including eight children.”
In a related context, military sources reported that “240 people were killed as a result of clashes between the Syrian army and a number of terrorist organizations in Aleppo and near Idlib in the northwest of the country, amid reports of intensifying battles, especially on the outskirts of the city of Aleppo.”
Meanwhile, the Russian Ministry of Defense announced “the elimination of more than 200 terrorists in the countryside of Aleppo and Idlib during the past hours as part of its joint operations with the Syrian Arab Army in its war on terrorism.”
The Deputy Head of the russian Coordination Centre in Hmeimim, Captain Oleg Ignasyuk, said in a press statement, “Within the past twenty-four hours, at least 200 terrorists from the terrorist organization Al-Nusra Front and other terrorist organizations that launched an attack on the countryside of my governorate were eliminated.” Aleppo and Idlib.”
Ignasyuk explained,“The Russian Air Force provides support too the syrian Arab Army and carries out missile and bomb attacks on the equipment and manpower of illegal armed groups,command centers,warehouses,and artillery sites of terrorists.”
The Russian military official confirmed that “the operation to repel the extremist aggression is still continuing.”
In turn, the Syrian army confirmed that the terrorist organization “Al-Nusra Front” had caused hundreds of deaths and injuries during its attacks on Idlib and Aleppo.
The army added that it had “regained control of some areas that witnessed breakthroughs during the past hours.”
The Syrian army confirmed that “it destroyed dozens of vehicles and armored vehicles in addition to shooting down seventeen marches, noting the participation of foreign terrorists in the fighting alongside the terrorist Al-Nusra organization, and that the organizations are using heavy weapons in the attack on Idlib and aleppo.”
A Syrian military statement regarding the attack on Aleppo and Idlib, amid the spread of videos of the battles
The General Command of the Syrian Army and Armed Forces issued a statement about the events in the cities of Aleppo and Idlib and the displacement of people.
The text of the army’s statement was as follows: “Our armed forces operating on the fronts of the Aleppo and Idlib countryside continue to confront the major attack launched by the armed terrorist organizations affiliated with the so-called “Al-Nusra Front” terrorist organization, which uses various types of heavy and medium weapons in their attacks in addition to unmanned aerial vehicles. against large groups of armed terrorist mercenaries.”
The statement added: “Our armed forces were able to inflict heavy losses on the attacking organizations, inflicting hundreds of dead and wounded terrorists among their ranks, destroying dozens of armored vehicles and vehicles, and managing to shoot down and destroy seventeen drones. Our armed forces continue to reinforce all points on the various engagement axes with equipment and soldiers to prevent Violations by terrorists on these axes and repelling their attacks.Our forces have succeeded in regaining control over some points that witnessed violations during the past hours, and will continue. Its combat actions until it turns them back on their heels.”
The statement warned against “terrorist organizations,through their platforms,publishing misleading facts,news,and video clips aimed at terrorizing citizens. Here, the General Command of the army and Armed Forces advises fellow citizens not to take this news and misinformation, and to receive what comes from the national media and its official platforms.”
In this context, Oleg Ignasyuk, deputy head of the Center for Reconciliation between the Warring Parties in Syria, stated, “The Russian Air Force, in cooperation with the Syrian government forces, continues the process of repelling terrorist attacks in the Aleppo and Idlib governorates.”
According to him, “During the past 24 hours, several hundred terrorists were killed and the process of repelling the aggression is still continuing.”
In addition, Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah discussed with syrian Foreign Minister Bassam Sabbagh the latest developments in the situation in the region and the efforts made regarding them. Al-Sabbagh received a phone call from his Iranian counterpart, Abbas Araghchi, during which developments in the region were reviewed, especially the attack led by the terrorist “Al-Nusra Front” on Aleppo Governorate and its countryside in northern Syria.
“Netanyahu” holds a special security meeting about the widespread militant attack in Aleppo, Syria and its environs.
Israeli Army Radio reported that “the meeting that Netanyahu will hold will discuss” the latest developments in Syria after the Syrian opposition military operation in Aleppo and its environs.
The military correspondent for Israeli Army Radio stated: “The attack by the syrian opposition forces may serve Israeli interests to some extent.”
Speaker of the Iranian Parliament: We warn Syria’s neighbors not to fall into the American-Zionist trap
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, through a post, warned Syria’s neighbors against falling into the “American-Zionist” trap, stressing “Iran and the resistance’s support for Damascus in confronting terrorism.”
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghaei, commenting on the developments of the past two days in Syria, warned of the return of Takfiri terrorist groups in Syria, calling for decisive and coordinated measures to be taken to prevent the spread of terrorism in the region.
Baqai “strongly condemned all forms and manifestations of terrorism, considering the movements of terrorist groups in Syria in the last two days as part of the evil plan of the terrorist Zionist entity and America to destabilize security in the West Asia region, and stressed the need for vigilance and coordination between the countries of the region, especially Syria’s neighbors, to thwart this risky plot.”
The Foreign ministry spokesman pointed out, “Under the existing agreements between the three guarantor countries of the Astana Process (Iran, turkey, and Russia), the area of the outskirts of Aleppo and Idlib is considered part of the de-escalation zones, and the attack by terrorist groups on these areas also constitutes a flagrant violation of the Astana Process agreements.” “It exposes the positive achievements of this process to serious danger.”
Ankara: Maintaining peace in Idlib and its surroundings is a priority issue for our country
Turkish Foreign Ministry spokesman Oncu Keçeli stated,“Maintaining peace in Idlib and
the surrounding area,located at ground zero of the Turkish border,is a priority issue for Ankara.”
He said in a post on his account on the “X” platform: “Since 2017, some agreements have been reached regarding the de-escalation zone in Idlib… and Turkey (scrupulously) fulfills the requirements of these agreements, to which it is indeed a party.”
He added: “We have issued the necessary warnings on various international platforms that the recent attacks on Idlib have reached a level that would harm the spirit and work of the Astana Agreements, and cause heavy losses among civilians, and we indicated that these attacks must be stopped… and in reality “The conflicts that occurred in recent days have caused an undesirable increase in tension in the region.”
“It is indeed of utmost importance for Turkey to ensure that it does not cause new and greater instability, and that it does not harm the civilian population,” Keçeli stressed.
he continued: “On the other hand, we are carefully monitoring the increase in attacks targeting civilians, and against Turkey, by terrorist groups in the cities of Tal Rifaat and Manbij, which are trying to take advantage of the current unstable environment.”
He stressed,“the fact that the agreements previously reached with stakeholders and concerned parties,to end the terrorist presence in these areas,have not been fulfilled,increases our concerns.”
He pointed out that “we are closely following developments,within the framework of the importance we attach to Syria’s unity and territorial integrity,and the priority we give to combating terrorism.”
Iraqi factions accuse Israel of mobilizing terrorist groups in Syria and threaten to act against them
The Iraqi factions, Al-Nujaba and Sayyid Al-shuhada Brigades, accused Israel of mobilizing terrorist groups in Syria, and vowed to act against these groups.
The military aide to the “Al-Nujaba” movement, Abdul Qader Al-Karbalai, said in his account on the “X” platform, “The return of Wahhabi terrorist organizations to tampering with and threatening the innocents and sanctities in Syria under Zionist instructions and orders, after the failure of Netanyahu’s project on the Lebanon front, means the return of the Islamic resistance to crush these fragments, and the field is the best witness.” And there is evidence… and if they return,we will return.”
In turn, the Secretary-General of the “Master of Martyrs’ Brigades,” Abu Alaa al-Wala’i, wrote on the “X” platform: “What is happening in terms of movement of terrorist groups in Syria and attempts to stir up strife in Yemen is taking place under orders, supervision, and direct support from the hateful Zionist entity, with the intention of draining the countries of the axis of resistance from their lives.” The interior, after this dilapidated entity was unable to stand up to the support fronts there.”
Al-Walaei continued, “We must be cautious against similar attempts to expand the scope of these events, and work by all means to dry up the sources of their emergence.”
Earlier last Wednesday, the terrorist organization “Al-Nusra Front” launched a violent attack on Syrian army points in the countryside of the Syrian governorates of Aleppo, Hama and Idlib. The terrorist organization also launched missile bombardment on the towns of Nubl and Al-Zahraa and towards the town of Qitan Al-Jil, in the western countryside of Aleppo.
The armed conflict has been taking place in Syria since 2011, as separate groups of terrorists continue their activity in the desert areas in northern and northeastern Syria after the army liberated most of the country.
Terrorists periodically launch raids on civilian and military vehicles on highways and terrorize residents of remote villages,while the syrian army continues its active targeted operations to eliminate remaining armed groups.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry peskov said that he had nothing to say about the presence of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in Moscow. This came in response to journalists’ questions in this regard, where Peskov continued: “I have nothing to say about this issue,” and described the situation in Aleppo as “a threat to the situation.” over Syrian sovereignty,” and said: “We call on the Syrian authorities to quickly restore constitutional order.”
Last updated: November 30, 2024 – 11:18
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How is Turkey addressing the humanitarian crisis resulting from the violence in Idlib and Aleppo?
To the situation in Idlib and its surrounding areas due to our geographical proximity and the impact of these conflicts on our national security. Therefore, maintaining peace and reducing hostilities is imperative for Turkey’s strategic interests and regional stability.”
In his statement, Keçeli reiterated turkey’s commitment to its obligations under the Astana Agreements and emphasized the need for collaboration with othre guarantor states to address the escalation of violence. He noted that Turkey has been proactive in taking measures to protect civilians and mitigate the impact of clashes on the local population.
As tensions continue to rise in Aleppo and Idlib, with various factions involved in ongoing battles, the situation remains fluid and complex. The international community and regional powers are closely monitoring developments, recognizing the potential for wider ramifications that could affect stability in the entire region.
while the Syrian government claims to be making gains against opposition forces,the situation on the ground is marked by significant challenges,including humanitarian concerns due to increased displacement and civilian casualties,and also ongoing geopolitical maneuvering among regional actors who seek to influence the outcome of the conflict in line with their interests.