Syria: Russia, pressed by Damascus, resumes raids against the Islamic State
Moscow, due to the invasion of Ukraine, had almost zeroed the strikes. The pro-ISIS jihadists, however, immediately tried to take advantage of it.
Iraq-Syria, the Islamic State tries to exploit the invasion of Russia in Ukraine
The US confirms that it will keep its contingents in the two countries to counter the pro-ISIS jihadists attempt to raise their head.
Syria, the Russian invasion of Ukraine penalizes the fight against the ex-ISIS
The numbers of Moscow air raids on the Islamic State jihadists and the militiamen in Idlib collapse. Iran tries to make up for it, but without success.
Syria, Russia accelerates the recruitment of militiamen to be sent to Ukraine
The technique is the same as in Turkey for Libya: high wages and benefits at home. Moscow emissaries offer aid to the villages, from Damascus to Deir Ezzor, and leverage local leaders.
Syria, Russia tries to improve its image after the invasion of Ukraine
Moscow distributes basic necessities, from Damascus to Deir Ezzor. Objectives: to facilitate the recruitment of men to be sent against Kiev and to reduce the risk of protests or attacks.
Syria, the Islamic State increases attacks in the East after the al-Sina’a raid
Pro-ISIS jihadists, galvanized, are now trying to raise their heads between Hasaka, Raqqa, Deir Ezzor. SDF react with more operations and attacks on IS logistics networks.
Syria, the silent war between Russia and Iran in Deir Ezzor continues
Objective: to increase one's own sphere of influence, at the same time reducing that of the other. The weapons are recruitment and humanitarian assistance.
Syria, new SDF operation against fuel smugglers in Deir Ezzor
Kurdish forces target criminals in Shahil who operate on the Euphrates. The sales are used to finance pro-ISIS militiamen.
Syria, the SDF declare war on smugglers along the Euphrates
Kurdish forces carried out at least 4 operations in January against men linked to pro-Iran militias and in Damascus, who illegally sold fuel west of Deir Ezzor.
Syria, Hezbollah transfers the pro-Iran militias arms to the Lebanon border
Objective: to protect the missiles above all from Israel’s continued air raids in Mayadeen, by hiding them in the mountainous Rif Dimashq area.