Syrian security forces enter Hasakah city center, raise flag amidst protests
Syrian security forces have entered Hasakah city center, previously held by SDG/PKK, to raise the Syrian flag, while a curfew is in place due to planned anti-Kurdish demonstrations.
Background
Syria has been in a state of civil war since 2011, involving various domestic and international actors. The Syrian government, supported by allies, seeks to reassert control over territories held by different groups, including Kurdish-led forces in the northeast. This ongoing conflict has resulted in significant displacement and humanitarian challenges.
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Internal Security and Kurdish Issues in Hasakah
First report 6h agoLast update 2h agoReports detail security incidents in Hasakah, including injuries to Internal Security Forces, an oil pipeline attack, and arrests, alongside a declared curfew.
Syrian security forces have entered Hasakah city center, removing PKK/SDF symbols and raising the Syrian flag, indicating a shift in control.
The Syrian Democratic Council (MSD) warns against incitement and turning political/security differences in Hasakah into conflict between communities, urging for civil peace and dialogue.
Syrian security forces enter Hasakah city center, raise Syrian flag
First report 6h agoLast update 3h agoSyrian security forces have entered Hasakah city center, removing symbols of the PKK/SDG and planning to raise the Syrian flag, signaling a reassertion of government control.
Concerns are raised about potential unrest and conflict in Hasakah, with a curfew announced due to planned demonstrations by HTS supporters and ISIS sympathizers against Kurds, and calls for protecting civil peace.
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