Syrian army takes control of Deir Hafer, Maskana under agreement

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 17, 2026 at 07:30 PM

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In January 2026, the Syrian army took control of Deir Hafer and Maskana, along with dozens of other towns and villages in eastern Aleppo governorate. This occurred as the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) withdrew from the area. The troop movements were part of an internationally sponsored agreement. The Syrian government's forces are now present in these previously SDF-held locations. The agreement facilitated the Syrian army's advance into eastern Aleppo.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Syria 60% Aleppo Governorate 70% Deir Hafer 70% Maskana 70% Syrian Government 80% Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) 80% Syrian Army 90%

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syrian army 100% deir hafer 80% maskana 80% syrian democratic forces 70% syria 70% aleppo governorate 60% agreement 60% international-sponsored deal 50% withdraw 40%