What do we know about Syrian rebels’ major offensive on Aleppo?

Rebel forces, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, have launched a major offensive in Aleppo, taking control of most of the city with little resistance from government forces. The rebels prepared for months for this offensive, framing it as a defensive move against regime escalation and taking advantage of a weakened regime, regional shifts, and potential mediation from Turkey. The Syrian government has suffered significant losses, with its territory shrinking rapidly despite Russian air support and Hezbollah fighters on the ground, highlighting the regime’s weaknesses and complacency in recent years.

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