Syrian Arab Army

The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) is the land force branch of the Syrian Armed Forces, loyal to the government of President Ahmed al-Sharaa. Recent news highlights the SAA's increasing control over territory previously held by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and the US military. This follows a ceasefire agreement with the SDF, which includes the integration of SDF fighters into the SAA. The SAA has taken control of strategic locations like the al-Shaddadi and al-Tanf military bases after the withdrawal of US forces. They have also moved into the Al-Hol camp, which houses thousands linked to ISIL. These developments mark a significant shift in the balance of power in Syria, with the SAA consolidating its authority and filling the vacuum left by the US withdrawal. The SAA's actions are met with mixed reactions, with some Syrians welcoming the government's return while others fear potential abuses.