The Syrian army launched targeted operations overnight against YPG/SDF elements trapped in Aleppo’s Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhood. In a statement released in the early morning hours, the army said security sweeps had largely been completed and full control had been established in the city.
Control Secured in Sheikh Maqsoud by Morning
Syria’s official news agency SANA, citing military sources, reported that by the morning hours, security sweeps had been completed in more than 90% of the Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhood. In a subsequent written statement later in the day, the army said the final YPG/SDF-controlled neighborhood in Aleppo had been fully cleared.
Syrian state television Al-Ikhbariyya reported that operations had resumed overnight, stating: “Once the cleanup is completed, the neighborhood will be handed over to security forces and state institutions, and work will begin immediately.”
Residents Had Been Warned With Specific Hours
One day before the operation, SANA reported that the Syrian army was preparing for a large-scale operation in Sheikh Maqsoud. Civilians were warned to use a designated humanitarian corridor between 16:00 and 18:00.
The Syrian Ministry of Defense also called on residents to leave the area during those hours for their safety and to remain away until operations were completed.
Civilians Told to Remain Indoors
After operations concluded, the Syrian army warned that YPG/SDF elements could still be hiding among civilians. The statement said: “We call on our civilian population to remain in their homes and not go outside, as SDF and PKK terrorist elements are hiding among the population.”
Authorities said civilians could contact nearby military units in emergency situations or if terrorist elements were identified.
Defections Increase During Operations
Following the Syrian army’s targeted operations, defections from YPG/SDF ranks increased. The number of militants who deserted and surrendered to Internal Security Forces in Aleppo reached 100, according to official statements.
The report noted that most defections occurred during the night and early morning hours, when operations intensified.
Defense Ministry Calls for Surrender
In a written statement, the Syrian Ministry of Defense called on remaining YPG/SDF elements in Sheikh Maqsoud to immediately surrender with their weapons at the nearest military post, guaranteeing their personal safety.
The ministry emphasized that the Syrian army continues its mission to restore national sovereignty with determination and that it will respond forcefully to any source of fire to ensure security, stability, and civilian protection.
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