Syria Today highlights three significant developments in the complex and volatile region: Ukrainian special forces strike a Russian base in Syria, Turkey’s concerning embrace of Syrian groups accused of crimes, and the Syrian regime’s economic leadership reshuffle.
Ukrainian HUR Special Forces Deliver Strike on Russian Base in Syria
Exclusive videos and photos obtained by Kyiv Post reveal Ukrainian HUR special forces targeting Russian military assets at the Kuweires airbase in Syria, with a strike aimed at degrading Russian forces and equipment.
Turkey’s Troubling Embrace of Syrian Groups Accused of Grave Crimes
Human Rights Watch reports Turkey’s support for Syrian factions accused of crimes, highlighting interactions with faction leaders linked to human rights violations and illicit activities, raising concerns about Turkey’s failure to curb abuses.
Syrian Regime Changes Economic Façade
A report by Enab Baladi details the Syrian regime’s economic leadership changes over 13 years, replacing old figures with new loyalists to adapt to the war economy, maintain control, and mitigate international sanctions.