Syria, the SDF dismantle an important Islamic State logistics cell
The group operated between Raqqa, Hasaka, Kobani and Deir Ezzor. Together with Inherent Resolve, the flow of weapons and funds to IS Killers blocked.
Iraq, the circle tightens on who attacked the Inherent Resolve base in Erbil
One commando member was captured in Kurdistan and another in the west. ISF-Peshmerga cooperate to stop the militias operating cells before the Pope's visit.
Syria, clashes between pro-Turkey militias explode in Kurdistan
Battle between the jihadists of the Al-Hamza Division in Hasaka for the control of resources and checkpoints. It is only the latest episode of a growing trend.
Syria, mystery on Russia’s abandonment of the bases in Ain Issa and Hasaka
Moscow troops would have left them to increase pressure on the SDF to hand over the villages on the M4 to the pro-Turkey militias. But suddenly they came back.
Iraq, al-Sadr: The Erbil attack aimed to block the Pope’s visit
The analysts: Attempt to buy time and try to resolve the crisis before it is too late for pro-Iran militias. The mission of the Holy Father, in fact, is confirmed.
Iraq, the Erbil attack changes the paradigm in the fight against pro-Iran militias
Manhunt in Kurdistan and the rest of the country begins. Groups close to Tehran will either discharge the aggressors or become targets of Inherent Resolve-Peshmerga.
Syria, the war between Turkey’s allied militias also moves to the East
Clashes between pro-HTS groups north of Aleppo. Everyone wants more space and resources. The SDF strengthen the M4 in Kurdistan, while hunting down the Islamic State.
Iraq, Isis increases its presence in Kirkuk on the Kurdistan border
Boom of IS attacks in the area. Villages empty for extortions and kidnappings. Baghdad reacts with a new Falcon Cell commander and targeted raids.
Syria, Russia sends troops in support of the SAA against Isis in Badia
The soldiers failed to counter IS ambushes between Deir Ezzor-Homs. For Turkey 2 new problems in the north: the US and the Ansar Abu Bakr al-Siddiq Brigade.
Syria, HTS makes money on the population in Idlib: shop rents double
The Qaedist group must recover funds to maintain defenses and pay wages to the fighters. Especially after Turkey cut aid, while Russia and SAA increased pressure.