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Profiles of commanders in the new Syrian army’s regional divisions

Ahmad Sharawi | March 20, 2025

On January 29, Syria’s new leadership announced the dissolution of the Assad regime’s Syrian Arab Army, followed by appointing militia leaders from the civil war to key military positions. FDD’s Long War Journal has identified and profiled several of these figures.

Al Qaeda and allies gain more ground in Aleppo province

Thomas Joscelyn | June 24, 2016

The Jaysh al Fateh alliance captured three more villages in the southern countryside of Aleppo during an offensive that began on June 17. The jihadist-led coalition has made steady gains in Aleppo province since May, further demonstrating al Qaeda’s prowess in guerrilla warfare.

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