Redeployment, not withdrawal. The Syrian army repositions itself in Daraa and Suwayda in the face of the advance of armed factions
Redeployment to Daraa and Suwayda. Syrian army denies withdrawal
In light of the rapid developments in southern Syria, the Syrian army announced today Saturday the implementation of… “Redeployment and repositioning” For his strengths in my governorate Deraa AndSuwaydadenying its withdrawal from areas that have witnessed clashes with local armed factions.
Syrian army statement
The army explained in its statement that “Repositioning” It took place after its checkpoints and military outposts were subjected to repeated attacks in an attempt to prevent it from regaining control of other areas, such as hummus AndMother-in-law. He confirmed that he resided “A tight defensive and security cordon” Maintain stability in these areas.
Control of armed factions
This announcement follows confirmation Local armed factions In Daraa, he completely controls the governorate, including Nassib border post with JordanWhat pushed Oman to… Border closure Due to deteriorating security conditions.
Developments in Suwayda
In SuwaydaLocal factions have taken control of government sites, including Police management And several official centers, in the middle of the scenes Civilian Celebration Who deleted the photos of the Syrian president Bashar al-Assad In scenes documented by video clips broadcast on social networks.
Clashes spread north
In northern Syria, armed factions continued their advance after controlling… Aleppo AndMother-in-lawreaching the edges hummus After controlling his northern countryside. Violent clashes led to More than 800 people were killed And the movement Hundreds of thousands Civilians.