How the Syrian army pushed Kurdish-led forces out of oil-rich territory

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete by Virginia PietromarchiJanuary 20, 2026 at 02:51 PM

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The Syrian government has launched a rapid offensive that resulted in the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) being pushed out of oil-rich territory. The SDF had controlled this area for an extended period. A ceasefire was agreed upon, but its stability is uncertain. The Syrian army's swift action has altered the balance of power in the country. The reasons behind the government's move are not entirely clear, but it appears to be a strategic effort to consolidate control over key regions. The SDF's loss of territory marks a significant shift in the ongoing conflict in Syria.

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