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Syrian forces temporarily regain control over strategic positions in Hama

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epa06689260 A general view for buses and vehicles carrying people from the Eastern al-Qalamoun area driving on the way to temporary settlement in Idlib province, Syria, 23 April 2018 (issued 24 April 2018). According to reports, over 1,000 militants and family members were evacuated on 23 April from Eastern al-Qalamoun area of Damascus to a gathering area at Qalaat al-Madiq town of Hama province before heading to temporary settlement in Idlib province. Around 4,000 militants and their family members had so far left Eastern Qalamoun since 20 April under an agreement with the Syrian government and Russia after handing over their heavy and medium weapons and ammunition. EPA-EFE/MOHAMMED BADRA

The Syrian troops backed by militias from the National Defense Forces have seized Tell Maleh strategic heights in the northwest of the Hama Governorate, the Al-Masdar news portal has reported.

According to the portal, during the offensive operation the forces defeated terrorists from the Jabhat Al-Nusra (terror group, outlawed in Russia) and returned the heights under their control.

The Syria Army’s success would not last for long, as a swift counter-attack by the jihadist rebels would force the government troops to withdraw west in order to avoid suffering more casualties.

According to a field source, at least five soldiers were captured during the attack and 17 soldiers were killed. Another 15 soldiers were also wounded, the source added.

The Syrian troops have also liberated the Al Jebin settlement, thus restoring control over a highway between the towns of Mharde and Sukeylabiya.

Meanwhile the Syrian Arab Army (SAA) entered southwestern Idlib during the first week of June after they managed to break through the jihadist lines north of Kafr Naboudeh.

Via TASS / al-Masdar

 

Topics HamaSyria