Syrian Defence Ministry Announces End of Operation Against Assad Loyalists
A Syrian military operation against loyalists of ousted former President Bashar al-Assad has been completed, the defence ministry said on Monday. Clashes between Assad loyalists and the country's new Islamist rulers in the former president's coastal heartland have killed more than 1,000 people, mostly civilians. The operation is part of a broader effort to restore order and consolidate security after decades of civil war.
- This announcement highlights the complex dynamics at play in post-Assad Syria, where rival factions are vying for control and stability.
- What role will international powers, particularly Russia and Iran, play in shaping the future trajectory of the conflict and the newly formed government?