08.01.2026 13:52
As the deadline given by the army to the YPG expired, sounds of explosions and clashes rose from Aleppo just minutes before the major operation. In the live broadcast, moments of panic were captured on camera, while CNN Türk reporter conveyed the panic by saying, "Run quickly, let's get out of here. The sounds of clashes have never come this close."
After the attacks by the SDF on civilian settlements and the Syrian army in Aleppo, the Syrian Army launched an operation.
As tensions in the region escalated by the minute, the conflict between the SDF and the Syrian army was broadcast live. There was great panic in the area where gunfire and explosion sounds were heard for minutes. At that moment, CNN Türk reporter who was live on air conveyed the panic by saying, "Run quickly, let's get out of here. The sounds of conflict have never been this close."
Here are the moments of conflict TIME IS UP, OPERATION IS BEGINNING It was stated that the deadline given by the Damascus administration to the SDF expired at 15:00 TRT. With the expiration of the deadline, activity in the field increased.
Here are the moments of conflict SYRIAN ARMY: WE WILL START THE OPERATION The Syrian Army announced that it would launch an operation against the SDF positions in the Sheikh Maqsoud, Ashrafiyeh, and Beni Zayd neighborhoods, which are occupied by the terrorist organization PKK/YPG in Aleppo, at 13:30.
MINISTRY OF DEFENSE: "WE WILL PROVIDE NECESSARY SUPPORT IF HELP IS REQUESTED" The Ministry of National Defense made a statement regarding the operations that the Syrian army will initiate against the YPG. It was stated that the operation is entirely carried out by the Syrian Army. "The security of Syria is our security. Turkey closely follows the developments in Syria. Our country supports the fight against terrorist organizations based on the principle of 'One State, One Army' in line with the unity and territorial integrity of Syria." The statement also mentioned that Turkey would provide necessary support if Syria requests assistance.
HUMANITARIAN CORRIDORS REOPENED FOR EVACUATION The Aleppo Governorate in Syria announced that two humanitarian corridors have been reopened to facilitate the evacuation of civilians from the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafiyeh neighborhoods, which are under the occupation of the terrorist organization PKK/YPG using the name SDF, due to the obstruction of civilians' exit. It was stated that coordination was established with the Syrian army to ensure the safe evacuation of civilians, and in this context, two humanitarian corridors were reopened. In the announcement for the evacuation, which will last until 13:00, it was noted that civilians wishing to leave the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafiyeh neighborhoods could use the passages on Al-Awarid and Zuhur Streets, known by the local population, to reach safe areas in the city of Aleppo.
CURFEW IN 3 NEIGHBORHOODS IN ALEPPO The Syrian Army announced that a curfew has been declared in the Sheikh Maqsoud, Ashrafiyeh, and Beni Zayd neighborhoods, occupied by the terrorist organization PKK/YPG in Aleppo, starting from 13:30 until further notice. The public was urged to stay away from all points belonging to the PKK/YPG.
6 PEOPLE DIED, 39 INJURED Since Tuesday, at least six people, including five civilians, have lost their lives in the SDF attacks on Aleppo, and 39 others have been injured. The Syrian Civil Defense, speaking to the Syrian official news agency SANA, announced that more than 3,000 civilians were evacuated on Wednesday due to deteriorating humanitarian conditions and the continuous bombardment by the SDF. It was noted that the majority of those evacuated were from the Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafiyeh neighborhoods.
EDUCATION SUSPENDED Aleppo Governor Azzam al-Gharib announced that due to the SDF attacks, the decision to suspend education in state and private schools and universities across the city on Thursday has been extended, citing the safety of students and educational personnel.
WHAT HAPPENED? The Syrian Presidency announced on March 10 that an agreement was signed foreseeing the integration of the SDF into state institutions, confirming the territorial integrity of the country and rejecting any attempts aimed at division. However, despite months passing since the signing, the SDF has not taken any steps to fulfill the terms of the agreement.