Syria, the SDF launch the hunt for the Islamic State north of Deir Ezzor
Maneuvers underway with Inherent Resolve in Wadi al-Ajij. Objective: to neutralize the IS operative cells and their logistic network with Turkey.
Syria, Iran’s new strategy: from recruiting to medicines, passing through real estate
Pro-Tehran militias are expanding rapidly in Deir Ezzor, Aleppo, Hasaka, Homs and Ghouta. Different levers are used in each area.
Syria, pro-Iran militias try to expand towards Kurdistan
Groups close to Tehran open a base east of Aleppo. Formally against the Islamic State. Basically, to extend Shiite influence to the east.
Syria, the SAA-Russia strategy against the Islamic State in Badia does not work
IS jihadists continue to counterattack despite continued air operations and campaigns. Damascus pays for the humint shortage in the area.
Syria, the SDF capture the Islamic State “gunsmith” in Deir Ezzor
Also seized a large amount of equipment to repair weapons. In parallel, three IS logisticians were arrested in Al Ozba and Al Sabha.
Syria, the Islamic State tries to raise its head in Deir Ezzor
The jihadists, in great difficulty, try to attack the SDF HQ in Busayrah. The Kurdish forces-Inherent Resolve pressing on the IS support networks is bearing fruit.
Syria, new SAA offensive against the Islamic State between Deir Ezzor and Homs
The soldiers, supported by Russian advisers, began combing the desert. The maneuvers were anticipated by intense raids by Moscow fighters on IS targets.
Syria, new strategy for the SAA and allies against the Islamic State in Badia
Pro-Iran militias and soldiers reopen old desert bases to approach IS safely. The latest is in Palmyra. Meanwhile, Russia keeps enemies busy with raids.
Syria, new round of Russian raids against the Islamic State in Badia
The strategy, however, has so far proved ineffective. In 2021 there were 455 strikes on IS, but only 34 jihadists killed. In addition, ambushes against the SAA continue.
Syria, Russian air raids on the Islamic State in Badia are ineffective
It’s confirmed by the IS attacks on the SAA after more than 200 strikes by Moscow fighters. The war between pro-Turkish militias in Idlib-Aleppo is also deepening.