BIG CLAIM: Syrian Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group reportedly plans to rebrand with a Syrian name and adopt the revolution flag as its official banner following territorial expansion in Aleppo & beyond.

Discussions within the group suggest a shift towards a more civilian structure, strengthening the Salvation Government, with HTS Leader Abu Mohammed al-Joulani transitioning to an advisory role.

Colossal equipment losses for Assad regime forces during their retreat along the M5 highway between Aleppo and Hama.

Confirmed losses include:
▪️12 tanks (3 T-72M, 4 T-62, 2 T-55MV, 3 T-55),
▪️7 BMPs (1 BMP-2, 6 BMP-1),
▪️4 BREM-1 vehicles,
▪️1 Gvozdika self-propelled howitzer, a 130mm M-46 gun,
▪️1 Grad MLRS,
▪️a damaged Shilka AA system, and several trucks.

Destroyed equipment seen in the footage include 2 T-72M tanks, a burned BMP-1, and an MT-LB.

Defensive "fortifications" of the Assad regime forces in the Idlib countryside before they were destroyed by the opposition forces.

Kadyrov asks a Ukrainian POW to kill himself, so that he may die a “hero”.

HTS Leader Abu Mohammed al-Joulani urges his forces to treat Aleppo’s Muharda’s Christian-majority residents with kindness and assures their safety.

“We have treated Christians in Idlib and Aleppo well, ensuring their protection and the preservation of their property.

I assure you of your safety and call on you to reject the psychological warfare waged by the criminal regime. Do not leave your homes, and remain steadfast.”

Latest Situation Map in Hama by Clash Report

Syrian opposition continues operations in the centre of Hama, using siege tactics from three directions.

#BREAKING Syrian opposition forces have started to enter the neighborhoods of Hama.

Ukrainian soldier attempting to disarm an unexploded warhead from Kh-101 cruise missile.

American President Joe Biden fell asleep during his meeting with the presidents of several African nations.

Four roads leading to Hama city are under opposition control.

If the opposition forces manage to take the other two roads, the city will be encircled from all sides.

Very intense clashes between Syrian rebels and Assad regime forces in Hama city now.

Meanwhile South China Sea: Chinese sailors continue to harass Filipinos.

NOW: Heavy clashes in Hama.

#BREAKING Syrian opposition forces have entered Arbain neighborhood in central Hama.

#BREAKING French government lost the no-confidence motion, the government has collapsed.

Russian Su-25 attack aircraft strikes in northern Hama with rockets in a dive attack.

Given that Syrian opposition forces have now more advanced capabilities than MANPADS, it appears that Russians are taking risks.

Hama front: Al-Mazarib, Al-Sawaiq, and Al-Erbain neighborhoods in Hama have officially been secured by Syrian opposition forces.

Syrian regime deploys traffic police to defend Hama as Rebel forces advance into the city.

NEW: Internet networks are now down in Hama city.