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🔻 Coalition Forces Conduct Joint Airdrop Operation with Iraqi Troops in Syria

▪️ Coalition forces, in coordination with Iraqi military units, carried out a joint airdrop operation in the village of Rabia, south of Tel Hamis in northeastern Hasakah, according to regional monitoring sources. The operation reportedly involved helicopters deploying special forces, followed by security cordons and targeted ground searches aimed at pursuing suspected ISIS sleeper cells.
▪️ In a separate operation, U.S. special forces conducted a raid in the town of Maadan in eastern Raqqa countryside, reportedly targeting a man identified as Abdul Karim al-Mahmoud al-Ahmad al-Ali.
▪️ Sources stated that the fate of the targeted individual remains unclear, with no official confirmation issued regarding whether he was killed or detained during the operation.

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🔻 Israeli Forces Conduct Incursion in Southern Quneitra Countryside

▪️ Israeli occupation forces carried out an incursion today into the village of Al-Hiran and Tal Al-Dar‘iya, west of Al-Mu‘allaqa in southern Quneitra, according to local sources.
▪️ The operation involved multiple military vehicles, accompanied by house raids, security cordons, and the arrest of at least one civilian amid intense ground movements.
▪️ Reports indicate that Israeli forces also deployed tanks and military bulldozers to Tal Al-Dar‘iya, carrying out land leveling and earthmoving operations at a former abandoned military site.
▪️ The incursion sparked fear among local residents and is part of repeated Israeli ground violations in southern Syria, widely viewed as breaches of Syrian sovereignty and the 1974 Disengagement Agreement.

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🔻 Syrian Defense Minister Launches National Tree‑Planting Campaign in Latakia Countryside

▪️ Today, Syrian Defense Minister, Major General Engineer Marhaf Abu Qasra, inaugurated a nationwide tree‑planting campaign from the village of al‑Kabina in northern Latakia countryside under the slogan “A Tree for Every Soldier.” The initiative, held with the participation of Latakia Governor Mohammed Othman and senior military commanders, in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture, aims to restore forest areas damaged by past conflicts and reinforce bonds between the army and local communities.
▪️ The minister announced that approximately 200,000 seedlings have been procured, with army personnel actively participating in planting to revive the natural landscape and support national recovery.
▪️ Officials emphasized the urgent importance of rehabilitating the region’s vegetation as part of broader environmental protection and reconstruction efforts.

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🔻 UK Imposes New Sanctions on Syrian Figures Over Coastal Violence

▪️ The United Kingdom announced new sanctions targeting several Syrian individuals and entities accused of involvement in violence against civilians in Syria’s coastal regions, particularly in Latakia and Tartous governorates this year, according to a statement from the British Foreign Office.
▪️ The sanctions include asset freezes and travel bans against four individuals, including former regime military commanders and militia leaders, as well as three organizations and two financiers accused of supporting violent activities and abuses.
▪️ UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper stated that these measures are part of Britain’s ongoing efforts to hold perpetrators accountable for human rights violations, deter future violence, and support stability in Syria.

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🔻 U.S. Congress and President Trump Repeal Caesar Act Sanctions on Syria

▪️ The U.S. Congress approved the repeal of the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act, which had imposed economic sanctions on Syria since 2019, as part of the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act. President Donald Trump signed the bill today, officially ending the Caesar sanctions, according to U.S. media reports.
▪️ The repeal removes major legal barriers restricting trade and investment in Syria, paving the way for economic reconstruction and increased foreign engagement, while some targeted sanctions on individuals or entities remain in effect.
▪️ Syria’s Foreign Ministry described the decision as a historic opportunity to rebuild the economy and strengthen international relations.
▪️ While the Caesar sanctions are officially lifted, full diplomatic normalization is still ongoing, and certain individual sanctions remain in place, according to U.S. Treasury sources.

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🔻 British Documents Reveal King Abdullah’s Proposal to Install Hashemite Rule in Iraq

▪️ Newly declassified British government documents, released on 18 December 2025, reveal that King Abdullah II of Jordan, prior to the 2003 U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, privately proposed expanding Hashemite influence in Iraq. He reportedly suggested that his uncle, Prince Hassan, could assume leadership of Iraq after Saddam Hussein’s fall, in discussions with then-British Prime Minister Tony Blair.
▪️ The documents indicate that Abdullah also raised the idea of offering Saddam Hussein exile to avoid full-scale war, reflecting his broader engagement in planning Iraq’s post-Saddam future.
▪️ According to the records, U.S. officials quickly dismissed the idea of a Hashemite monarchy in Iraq, stating they “had no interest” in pursuing such a plan.

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🔻U.S. and Jordanian forces conducted widespread airstrikes across Syria, two days after a joint U.S.–Iraqi airdrop operation inside the country.

▪️ U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) released footage showing joint U.S.–Jordanian military strikes targeting more than 70 alleged ISIS positions across Syria, as part of a coordinated operation aimed at degrading the group’s remaining capabilities.
▪️ CENTCOM stated that the operation involved the use of over 100 precision-guided munitions, striking suspected ISIS "command centers", weapons storage sites, and logistical hubs in multiple locations.
▪️ The Jordanian Armed Forces participated alongside U.S. air assets, marking a significant level of regional cooperation in counter-ISIS operations, according to official military statements.
▪️ The strikes come amid continued U.S. claims that ISIS cells remain active in Syria’s central desert and eastern regions.

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🔻 Turkey Rejects SDF Integration as Unified Force into Syrian Army

▪️ Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler stated that the integration of SDF forces as a single military unit into the Syrian Army is “completely unacceptable,” emphasizing that only individual members may join and that Turkey will not tolerate any organized bloc.
▪️ Guler added that Ankara has plans ready to respond to any field developments, warning that the SDF “knows exactly what we will do if needed.”
▪️ Turkish forces claim to have destroyed 732 km of tunnels dug by the SDF in Tell Rifaat and Manbij and are monitoring further underground activities in Raqqa and Deir‑ez‑Zor.
▪️ Turkey reiterated that it is ready to support Syria in combating terrorism and does not require permission to act, recalling previous operations conducted in 2016 alongside the U.S. and Russia without consulting other parties.

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🔻 Israeli Army Detains Suspected ISIS Operative in Night Raid in Southern Syria

▪️ The Israeli army announced that forces from the 474th Brigade carried out a night operation over the weekend in the town of Al-Rafid in southern Syria, resulting in the arrest of a suspect allegedly linked to ISIS.
▪️ According to the statement, the operation was conducted by the 52nd Battalion with the participation of field interrogators from Unit 504, who were involved in identifying and questioning the suspect on site.
▪️ The detainee was transferred into Israel for further interrogation, while Israeli forces also reported the seizure of weapons and military equipment during the raid.
▪️ The army stated that troops from the 210th Division remain deployed in the area, claiming the presence is aimed at preventing security threats and protecting Israeli civilians, particularly residents of the occupied Golan Heights.

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🔻 New Internal Security Recruits Graduate in Lattakia

▪️ The Internal Security Command in Lattakia held a graduation ceremony for a new batch of recruits who completed their training programs, attended by Brig. Gen. Abdul Aziz Hilal Al-Ahmed and other officials, according to Syrian media reports.
▪️ The graduates participated in a field exercise demonstrating operational procedures and readiness as part of their formal training assessment.
▪️ The Ministry of Interior stated that the training programs are part of ongoing efforts to prepare more personnel for security tasks and operational responsibilities.

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🔻 International Coalition and SDF Launch Joint Airdrop Operation in Eastern Deir Ezzor

▪️ The US-led International Coalition, with ground and air support and in coordination with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), carried out a joint airdrop operation today in the town of Dhiban in the eastern countryside of Deir Ezzor, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.
▪️ The operation included a tight security cordon, house-to-house raids, and intense clashes between the forces and local residents in the area.
▪️ Local reports indicate that three people were killed during the confrontations, though their identities and affiliations have not been independently verified.
▪️ The operation resulted in the abduction of around 10 individuals as part of the security sweep.

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🔻 Syrian Internal Security Dismantles Suspected ISIS Cell in Daraya, Rural Damascus

▪️ Syrian Internal Security units, in coordination with the General Intelligence Directorate, carried out a security operation in the Daraya area of Rural Damascus, targeting a hideout allegedly linked to ISIS, according to official statements.
▪️ Authorities reported the seizure of weapons and ammunition during the operation.
▪️ Officials stated that the operation reflects ongoing coordination between security and intelligence agencies as part of broader efforts to dismantle suspected militant networks, reduce security threats, and maintain public stability.

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🔻 Reports Claim Increased SDF Security Measures in Raqqa Amid Alleged Defections

▪️ Local sources and social media reports claimed that the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) intensified security checkpoints at the main entrances and exits of the city of Raqqa in recent days, citing heightened security concerns.
▪️ The reports alleged that the measures were taken following the escape or defection of a number of SDF members, though no official statement has been issued by SDF authorities to confirm the claims.
▪️ According to the circulated information, the security steps included increased patrols, identity checks, and temporary restrictions on movement at several access points to the city.

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🔻 Israeli Forces Advance Toward Jabalia Refugee Camp Amid Heavy Bombardment

▪️ Israeli military vehicles advanced toward the Jabalia Refugee Camp in northern Gaza, last night, accompanied by intense airstrikes, artillery shelling, and tank fire, according to local and regional sources.
▪️ The advance followed hours of sustained Israeli bombardment targeting residential areas in and around Jabalia, with reports of heavy explosions and ongoing gunfire as armored units moved closer to the camp’s outskirts.
▪️ Medical sources in northern Gaza reported casualties resulting from the strikes, while emergency teams faced difficulties reaching affected areas due to continued shelling and damage to infrastructure.

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🔻 Israeli Patrol Advances Between Ma'rieh and Abdin in Western Daraa

▪️ An Israeli military patrol advanced today along the road connecting the villages of Ma'rieh and Abdin in Hawd al-Yarmouk, western Daraa, establishing a temporary checkpoint before continuing its movements near the border, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.
▪️ The patrol is part of a series of repeated Israeli operations in southern Syria during December, including temporary checkpoints and inspections in Quneitra countryside, raising concerns among locals about repeated violations of Syrian sovereignty.

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🔻 Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Damascus to Push QSD Integration

▪️ Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan arrived in Damascus today with Defense Minister Yasar Guler and Intelligence Chief Ibrahim Kalin for talks with Syrian officials, sources say.
▪️ The delegation’s agenda focuses on the March 10 agreement on integrating QSD/SDF into Syrian state institutions, a key issue for Turkey’s national security priorities.
▪️ Meetings also addressed regional security threats in southern Syria, amid recent Israeli actions, highlighting Ankara and Damascus coordination efforts.
▪️ QSD leadership stressed that political discussions continue, while Turkey calls for concrete steps to advance integration and uphold prior agreements to maintain regional stability.

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🔻 Syrian Security Forces Seize SAM-7 Anti-Aircraft Missiles in Al-Bukamal

▪️ Syria’s Ministry of Interior announced that security forces carried out a targeted raid in the city of Al-Bukamal, eastern Deir Ezzor, resulting in the seizure of a cache of SAM-7 anti-aircraft missiles, according to an official statement.
▪️ The ministry said the operation was launched after the Security Directorate received precise intelligence indicating that the missiles were hidden inside a residential house and prepared for smuggling outside the country.
▪️ Authorities confirmed that the weapons were confiscated during the raid, adding that investigations are ongoing to identify and arrest all individuals involved in the smuggling attempt.
▪️ The Interior Ministry stressed that security services will continue operations aimed at combating arms smuggling and illegal activities, emphasizing their commitment to maintaining security and stability.

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🔻 Syria’s Foreign Ministry Publishes Map Omitting the Golan Heights

▪️ The Syrian Foreign Ministry’s official accounts published a map of the country that omits the Golan Heights, the first time that an official Syrian map does not include the territory occupied by Israel since 1967, a move that has sparked widespread controversy and debate.
▪️ The omission appears in a post celebrating the removal of US Caesar Act sanctions, leading critics to claim the change signals a shift in Syria’s stance toward Israel or a political recalibration in response to regional pressures.
▪️ Some analysts believe the omission may be symbolically significant, reflecting evolving political priorities after years of conflict and sanctions, while others argue it might be a design error or an attempt to test public reaction.

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🔻 Renewed Clashes Erupt in Aleppo's Sheikh Maqsoud Neighborhood Between SDF and Syrian Forces

▪️ Heavy clashes broke out today in Aleppo's Kurdish-majority Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods, centered around the Leyramun and Sheikhan intersections, involving SDF-affiliated Asayish forces and Syrian government security units.
▪️ Pro-government sources report that SDF elements initiated the fighting by targeting checkpoints near the roundabouts, causing injuries and prompting a response to contain the escalation.

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🔻 American Journalist Bilal Abdul Kareem Arrested in Al-Bab

▪️ Local sources report that security forces affiliated with Abu Mohammad al-Jolani (Ahmad Al-Sharaa) arrested American journalist Bilal Abdul Kareem today during the noon prayer, near Al-Fateh Mosque in Al-Bab, northern Aleppo countryside.
▪️ According to sources, two General Security vehicles, crowded with armed personnel, surrounded the area before detaining Abdul Kareem and taking him to an unknown location.
▪️ No official statement has been issued regarding the reasons for his arrest or his current whereabouts.
▪️ Activists warn that the incident may indicate the beginning of a broader campaign targeting media figures and critics, amid growing concerns over press freedom and dissent in areas influenced by the Syrian government.

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