While fierce clashes continue in Aleppo between the Syrian Army and a group of rebels opposing Bashar al-Assad, state media report that the army has extended the ceasefire for another 72 hours. The statement used the term 'regime of silence' regarding the established ceasefire. The new ceasefire was supposed to take effect from the morning of July 13. Previously, the army had announced a ceasefire due to the arrival of Eid al-Fitr, but clashes and violence have continued in areas like Idlib and Aleppo. Currently, even with the 'regime of silence' extended, reports indicate that intense fighting has occurred in Aleppo. According to reports, on Monday, a group of rebels launched extensive attacks on the government-controlled section of Aleppo, just hours after the army blocked their last supply and communication routes. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, based in London, reports that rebels fired at least 300 mortars into the government-controlled area. Meanwhile, at least 13 civilians were killed in an airstrike by the Syrian army in the rebel-controlled area. Aleppo, once considered the economic center of Syria and one of its thriving cities, is now divided between government forces and rebels; available images show that large parts of the city have turned into ruins. On July 11, Stefan de Mistura, the UN Special Envoy for Syria, stated that a 'critical moment' has arrived for achieving a political solution. This is not the first time international officials have spoken of a 'critical moment,' and the Syrian civil war continues without a political resolution. However, Mr. de Mistura mentioned in his remarks in Rome that a 'window' for agreement on a political transition and the elimination of extremist groups has 'opened' from now until September. In this context, AWACS aircraft are being deployed to the battlefield against ISIS. The Syrian army has unilaterally announced a temporary ceasefire. The President of France has called for joint action against 'Jabhat al-Nusra.'
Syrian Army Extends Unilateral Ceasefire
The Syrian Army has extended a unilateral ceasefire for another 72 hours amidst ongoing clashes in Aleppo. Despite this ceasefire, rebel attacks have intensified, leading to significant casualties on both sides. This situation highlights the continuing violence and lack of resolution in the Syrian conflict.
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📰 What Happened
The Syrian Army has extended a unilateral ceasefire for 72 hours amidst ongoing clashes with rebel forces in Aleppo. Despite this ceasefire, fighting has intensified, resulting in civilian casualties and further destruction in the city.
- The ceasefire was announced to coincide with Eid al-Fitr but has not halted violence.
- Rebel forces launched significant attacks on government-controlled areas, leading to casualties.
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📚 Background
The Syrian civil war has been ongoing since 2011, involving multiple factions and foreign powers, leading to a humanitarian crisis and regional instability.
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