Syria: HTS in Idlib imposes stringent rules, but makes money on the population
The list of products banned by pro-Turkey militiamen is growing. These, however, then earn money on smuggling. The situation is increasingly explosive
Syria, coalitions of pro-Turkey militias finance themselves on the population
In the area of Idlib and Aleppo, taxes on civilians are increasing. In the east, however, the thefts of livestock begin. Goal: survival.
Syria, who is targeting Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS)?
The pro-Turkey group and allied factions are undergoing drone strikes and ground raids in Idlib. The rival SLF coalition is connected, but what is the foreign country?
Syria, unknown drones target HTS in Idlib
Attack on the vehicle of a group commander. Less than two weeks ago, mysterious explosions hit the Scientific Research Center in Ram Hamada.
Syria, pro-Turkish militias in the north create two rival maxi alliances
The first is the SLF and is made up of anti-HTS factons. The second is the AZM, loyal to the Qaedist group. There is a risk of large-scale conflict in the area.
Syria, Russia and the SAA resume bombing HTS in Zawiya
The strikes are all concentrated on Kansafra, where there could be a large militia command center or important leaders.
Syria, pro-Turkey militias defect en masse in Afrin to not work with HTS
Their leaders just signed an alliance with the Qaedist group. The episode confirms the escalation of the internal war between the factions.
Syria, escalation of the Russian air campaign against HTS in Idlib
Strikes increase, but officially there are no casualties. Moscow fighters are targeting leading figures from the Qaedist group, which does not want publicity.
Syria, pro-Turkish militias in the north begin to lose control
After the HTS purges in Idlib, internal clashes arrive in the al-Hamza Division. Everyone is fighting for Ankara’s aid, increasingly scarce.
Syria, HTS launches internal purges in Idlib against rival militias
A former member of Hurras al-Din and the Hananu Brigade of the al-Sham Corps arrested. The pro-Turkey group fears coups with increased SAA-Russia pressure.