Syria, Hama and Iran

Rebels in Syria Advance Toward Hama
Syrian rebels advanced toward Hama on December 1 as regime forces “sent large reinforcement” to the governorate, the UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) reported.Rebel forces captured the towns of Kafr Zita,
Russia and Iran Pledge Support for Syria’s al-Assad Against Advancing Rebels
In just a few days, a patchwork of rebel forces has seized control of a broad stretch of land in the west and northwest of Syria. But it’s unclear just how much support Syria’s weakened allies can provide.
After Aleppo, Syria's rebels approach Hama as pro-Iran militias rally to help Assad
The Syrian government is denying reports that rebel fighters are advancing in Hama after taking over most of Aleppo province.
Iranian militias enter Syria to help Assad fight off rebels
Assad, as China also gave its backing to the regime. At least 300 fighters crossed from Iraq as Tehran said it would provide full support to the beleaguered dictator after rebel groups seized the city of Aleppo and charged south toward Hama and Damascus.
Syrian army sends reinforcements to hold back rebels in Hama
The Syrian army has deployed more soldiers in a bid to stop rebels from advancing farther in Hama province. Russia has meanwhile stepped up airstrikes on Aleppo after the city was overrun by the insurgents.
Syria: Deadly strikes hit Aleppo as rebels seize airport, push towards Hama
Russian and Syrian government air strikes pounded central Aleppo on Saturday as rebels claimed control of the city’s international airport and advanced towards Hama.
Hundreds of Iran-backed fighters to confront Syrian rebels
STORY: Video on social media purports to show Syrian rebels standing triumphantly atop tanks abandoned by government forces on the outskirts of Aleppo.Their lightning offensive in recent days has threatened territory previously held by the government of President Bashar Assad.
Syria's rebel groups take Aleppo and advance on Hama
After having seized the Syrian city of Aleppo rebel groups are now advancing to neighboring Hama province. Syria's regime is rushing reinforcements to the region. Military analyst Marina Miron says the insurgents have been waiting for an opportune moment to strike.
Who Are the Rebels Leading the Offensive in Syria?
Mr. al-Assad’s international backers, including Russia, Iran and the Lebanese militia Hezbollah, are weakened and distracted ...
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Syrian conflict escalates as rebels seize aleppo, test alliances
Assad, stated that the Islamic rebels who have taken control of Aleppo and areas in the Idlib province are aiming to redraw ...
Syria Rebel Shelling On Govt-held Hama Kills Six Civilians: Monitor
Syrian Islamist-led rebels killed six civilians on Monday as they fired rockets at the government-controlled city of Hama, a war monitor said.
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Monitor: Syrian rebels advance south, capture villages around Hama
Syrian rebels have captured at least 11 villages in the countryside around Hama, where Syrian government forces were ...
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Syrian rebels push toward Hama after taking Aleppo; pro-Assad forces, Russia mount counterattacks
Rebel forces in northwestern Syria launched a major offensive, capturing Aleppo and advancing toward Hama, marking one of the ...
Syrian rebels defend gains in Aleppo, push south
The insurgent offensive, shocking for its speed, has posed the most serious challenge to President Bashar al-Assad in years.
Rebel groups have taken Syria’s second-biggest city. Here’s who they are
Eight years ago, Syria’s civil war shifted in President Bashar Al-Assad’s favor after a Russian blitzkrieg on Aleppo helped ...