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Syrian Forces Capture Prison as SDF Fighters Relocate

1/24/2026

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Syrian government forces gained control of al-Aqtan prison, previously held by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), after a two-week offensive.
Negotiations continue for the transfer of nearly 800 SDF fighters to Kobani.
The SDF confirmed fighters were moved to safe locations amid the besieged area.
Iraq requested the transfer of Islamic State detainees from Syria, a proposal Washington accepted, and the Syrian government supports the transfer.

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Syrian government forces gained control of al-Aqtan prison, previously held by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), after a two-week offensive.
Negotiations continue for the transfer of nearly 800 SDF fighters to Kobani.
The SDF confirmed fighters were moved to safe locations amid the besieged area.
Iraq requested the transfer of Islamic State detainees from Syria, a proposal Washington accepted, and the Syrian government supports the transfer.