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Renewed Clashes in Aleppo Threaten Syria's Fragile Stability

12/24/2025

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Renewed fighting between the Syrian army and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in Aleppo undermines an integration deal.
The two sides had initially agreed to cease hostilities but now blame each other for the violence.
The clashes complicate Syria's security landscape, which also faces ISIL threats, Druze tensions, and ongoing Israeli attacks.
The episode raises questions about Syria's stability as the year ends, following the fall of Bashar al-Assad.

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Story summary

Renewed fighting between the Syrian army and the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in Aleppo undermines an integration deal.
The two sides had initially agreed to cease hostilities but now blame each other for the violence.
The clashes complicate Syria's security landscape, which also faces ISIL threats, Druze tensions, and ongoing Israeli attacks.
The episode raises questions about Syria's stability as the year ends, following the fall of Bashar al-Assad.