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Nahar Net
3 days ago
- Politics
- Nahar Net
Syria Kurdish forces say 3 personnel dead in IS attack
by Naharnet Newsdesk 02 June 2025, 12:19 Kurdish security forces in northeast Syria said an Islamic State group attack killed three personnel on Sunday, as the jihadists keep up their attacks in Kurdish-controlled areas of the war-torn country. Noting "escalating activity" by the jihadists, a statement from the Asayish security forces said an IS cell "targeted a patrol" from the force's convoy and road security department on the Raqa-Hasakeh road. Since the December ouster of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad, IS jihadists have repeatedly attacked Kurdish-led forces in the country's north and northeast. The roadside blast resulted "in the death of three or our members", the statement said, adding that "sweep operations and investigations" had begun to track down those responsible. Once in control of large swathes of Syria and Iraq, IS was territorially defeated in Syria in 2019 in a battle spearheaded by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) with support from an international coalition. The jihadists have continued to maintain a presence, mainly in the country's vast desert. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights monitor also reported Sunday's attack, saying it was carried out by gunmen "believed to belong to an Islamic State group cell". The Britain-based Observatory, which relies on a network of sources inside Syria, said Kurdish forces were "accompanying an oil convoy" that was travelling through Raqa province bound for "areas controlled by Damascus". IS on Thursday claimed its first attack on Syria's new government forces since Assad's fall, the Observatory and the SITE Intelligence Group said. The Observatory said the attack on Wednesday, carried out by a remote-detonated landmine, killed one person and wounded three members of the Syrian army's 70th. Reported IS attacks in areas controlled by the new Islamist-led authorities since Assad's overthrow have been scarce.
Al-Ahram Weekly
4 days ago
- Politics
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Syria Kurdish forces say 3 personnel dead in IS attack - Region
Kurdish security forces in northeast Syria said an IS group attack killed three personnel on Sunday, as the jihadists keep up their attacks in Kurdish-controlled areas of the war-torn country. Noting "escalating activity" by the jihadists, a statement from the Asayish security forces said an IS cell "targeted a patrol" from the force's convoy and road security department on the Raqa-Hasakeh road. Since the December ouster of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad, IS jihadists have repeatedly attacked Kurdish-led forces in the country's north and northeast. The roadside blast resulted "in the death of three or our members", the statement said, adding that "sweep operations and investigations" had begun to track down those responsible. Once in control of large swathes of Syria and Iraq, IS was territorially defeated in Syria in 2019 in a battle spearheaded by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) with support from an international coalition. The jihadists have continued to maintain a presence, mainly in the country's vast desert. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights monitor also reported Sunday's attack, saying it was carried out by gunmen "believed to belong to an Islamic State group cell". The Britain-based Observatory, which relies on a network of sources inside Syria, said Kurdish forces were "accompanying an oil convoy" that was travelling through Raqa province bound for "areas controlled by Damascus". IS on Thursday claimed its first attack on Syria's new government forces since Assad's fall, the Observatory and the SITE Intelligence Group said. The Observatory said the attack on Wednesday, carried out by a remote-detonated landmine, killed one person and wounded three members of the Syrian army's 70th. Reported IS attacks in areas controlled by the new Syrian authorities since Assad's overthrow have been scarce. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Sharjah 24
26-04-2025
- Politics
- Sharjah 24
Syrian Kurds meet in Qamishli to shape future Syria
Advocating for a unified Kurdish vision Aldar Khalil, a senior member of the Democratic Union Party (PYD), emphassed that Kurds, as a significant component of Syria, must present a cohesive proposal for the nation's future. He highlighted federalism as one of the potential solutions under consideration. Calls for a decentralised and inclusive Syria Mazloum Abdi, commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), addressed the conference, asserting that the gathering's purpose was to promote Syria's unity, not division. He advocated for a new, decentralized constitution that ensures all Syrian communities receive their rightful representation and rights. Diverse participation reflects Kurdish unity efforts The conference saw participation from various Kurdish factions, including those aligned with the PYD and the Kurdish National Council (ENKS). This collaboration signifies a concerted effort to overcome past divisions and present a united front in shaping Syria's future. Context of Recent Political Developments The conference follows a significant agreement between the Kurdish-led administration and Syria's interim government, led by President Ahmed al-Sharaa. This deal aims to integrate Kurdish-controlled regions into the national framework, recognising Kurdish rights and unifying civil and military institutions. Conclusion The Qamishli conference marks a pivotal moment for Syrian Kurds, as they seek to influence the country's reconstruction and governance post-Assad. Their unified approach underscores a commitment to a democratic, inclusive, and decentralised Syria that acknowledges the rights and contributions of all its communities.
Shafaq News
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Shift to Kurdish areas: US moves forces in Syria
Shafaq News/ US forces have begun a phased redeployment in Syria, shifting troops and equipment from Deir ez-Zor to Kurdish-controlled areas in Hasakah province, a source familiar with coalition operations revealed on Sunday. 'Three convoys, including radar and rocket launch systems, were recently moved to bases in al-Shaddadi, Tal Baydar, Qasrak, and Rmelan, relocating around 100 personnel,' the source told Shafaq News, adding that over 50 mostly empty US military trucks entered northeastern Syria from Iraq via the al-Waleed crossing, escorted by coalition units, to support the operation. The shift comes amid reports that the Pentagon has shuttered three bases in Deir ez-Zor province, including the Green Village near the Conoco gas field and the Euphrates base near the al-Omar oil field. The overall troop presence is expected to drop from approximately 2,000 to around 1,400. While Washington has not formally declared a withdrawal, officials told Reuters in March that the US is consolidating its positions in Syria, with potential reductions of up to half the current force. Meanwhile, Syria's Ministry of Defense stated there are 'no current arrangements' for a US exit, asserting that all local armed groups are now operating under its authority.
Al Bawaba
05-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
Disputes stall prisoner swap between Syrian government and Kurdish forces
Published April 5th, 2025 - 10:10 GMT ALBAWABA - A security source told Al Jazeera on Saturday that growing differences have led to the suspension of a scheduled prisoner swap between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Also Read Over 100 killed in a single day as Israeli massacres ravage Gaza The exchange procedure has been frozen because the SDF is reportedly refusing to release prisoners that the Syrian government have requested. This is contrary to previous attempts at collaboration in Aleppo, where local leaders in the Ashrafiyeh and Sheikh Maqsoud areas had committed to enforcing a security pact with the SDF. Under the agreement, which was arranged in coordination with Syria's Ministry of Interior, the internal security forces would have been able to supervise important checkpoints and a government-run security center would have been established in the two Kurdish-controlled areas. According to Omar Halabi, Al Jazeera's reporter in Damascus, the plan is a component of a larger agreement that President Ahmad Al-Sharaa and SDF commander Mazloum Abdi signed on March 10. By acknowledging the Kurdish people as an essential part of Syria, the agreement seeks to incorporate the SDF into the country's administrative and military structures. #البادية_24#حلب 📌تعثرت اليوم عملية تبادل الأسرى بين قسد و الدولة السورية بسبب خلافات حادة بين اللجان المعنية من الطرفين 📌 قسد ترفض حتى اللحظة الإفراج عن أسرى #الجيش_الوطني ما أدى إلى تجميد العملية اليوم#ALBADIA_24 — البادية 24 (@ALBADIA24) April 5, 2025 Along with provisions for displaced Syrians to return to their homes in the northeast, the agreement also calls for the Syrian government to regain control of oil resources, airports, and border crossings that are now under SDF control. Although there has been progress in several areas, the release of prisoners continues to be a significant issue of contention, raising doubts about the complete execution of the larger agreement, which was supposed to be finished by the end of 2025. © 2000 - 2025 Al Bawaba (
