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, pro-Iran militias start recruiting also east of Aleppo
Strategy identical as in Deir Ezzor: to offer financial incentives and better living conditions. The SAA and Russia react with a base in Khan Al-Sha'r.
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, Russia begins to mark Turkey tightly in Aleppo
Third joint patrol in less than a month. Objective: to prevent the TAF and allies from attacking the SAA and SDF. But these go on to counterattack in Kurdistan.
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, the SDF are preparing for an invasion by pro-Turkey militias in Kurdistan
Kurdish forces send fighters and assets, even heavy ones, to Ain Issa. There is fear of a maxi infiltration attempt by TAF allied groups to take the M4.
Syria, clashes between SDF and pro-Turkey militias intensify in Kurdistan
The internal war for Ankara's aid between TAF allied groups in Idlib and Aleppo is also escalating. The money for the fighters’ wages ran out.
Syria, the SDF behead the Islamic State leadership in Al-Hol
Six IS commanders arrested, each of whom led a fundamental branch to dictate the law and sow terror in the Hasaka camp.
Syria, surprise SDF bio-enrollment against the Islamic State in Al-Hol
All the displaced in the Hasaka camp identified and 9 IS militiamen arrested, including a leader for recruiting. It will be more difficult for the jihadists to operate.