Updates 16-12-24
# NES updates
- The ceasefire negotiations between SDF and Turkey failed. There are significant military buildups of SNA forces around Kobane, that may indicate an imminent attack. SDF is ensuring commitment to defend the region, having positions around Qereqozah bridge.
- Ambulances and other vehicles that went to evacuate people in Manbij had been prevented to access the city by SNA groups.
- In Tal Rifat, SNA groups called for all men between 18 to 60 years old to leave the city in the next 48 hours. Many people rejected that call and allegedly riots broke out. SNA imposed a curfew, not allowing anyone to leave their homes
- A big demonstration on Kobane against the threat of Turkish invasion happen today. Protests against SNA groups looting and killing also continued in Manbij.
- Turkey continues the bombings of critical infrastructure all around NES. The power station of Til Temir has been attacked again, cutting electricity in all the city.
- Lekolin.org, a research institution of the self-administration, published a file identifying 415 ISIS fighters operating within the ranks of the SNA. Allegedly, it was found in a SNA fighter memory card with instructions for the ISIS fighters to advance to Kobani after capturing Qereqozah bridge.
# Syria political transition
- Ahmed Al-Sharaa (a.k.a. Abu Mohamed al-Jolani) met with Geir Pedersen, special envoy from the UN, discussing about the ongoing process of political transition in Syria. An statement emphasized they work for "inclusive and credible political transition, led and owned by Syria, based on the principles outlined in Security Council Resolution 2254", and also "the UN's intention to provide all forms of assistance to the Syrian people".
- A top diplomat from the EU confirms that sanctions will remain in place for now, due to ongoing concerns over Syria's political landscape and opposition dynamics.
- Convoys of the Military Operation Administration (linked to the HTS military operation) arrived and deployed in Deir Ezzor city.
- US announced several strikes against ISIS, stating 12 fighters killed and no civilian casualties.
- Israeli warplanes have carried out intense airstrikes targeting multiple sites in the rural areas of Tartus and Latakia, including warehouses and air defense bases.
- Explosions heard in Albukamal area, near the border with Iraq, when an unidentified drone was flying over that region.
# Civil protests and International Solidarity
- Activists of women organizations and other kurdish political organizations are organizing protest camps in both sides of the Syria-Turkey border in the cities of Qamishlo-Nusaybin.
- Activists in Germany have occupied a former turkish embassy building and the famous Brandenburger Tor in Berlin, hanging banners in solidarity with Rojava and lighting fireworks.
- Activists in Vienna installed a "security zone for democracy" in front of the turkish embassy, declaring Turkey responsible for the ongoing escalation in NES and demanding a political solution.
# Analysis
Not much time for sharing analysis on the last days, but we have to remark once again that the risk of an attack on Kobane is very hight. We will follow the situation but internet cuts can also be common if the conflict escalates. Keep updated and #DefendRojava
Revolutionary greetings! 🖤
# NES updates
- The ceasefire negotiations between SDF and Turkey failed. There are significant military buildups of SNA forces around Kobane, that may indicate an imminent attack. SDF is ensuring commitment to defend the region, having positions around Qereqozah bridge.
- Ambulances and other vehicles that went to evacuate people in Manbij had been prevented to access the city by SNA groups.
- In Tal Rifat, SNA groups called for all men between 18 to 60 years old to leave the city in the next 48 hours. Many people rejected that call and allegedly riots broke out. SNA imposed a curfew, not allowing anyone to leave their homes
- A big demonstration on Kobane against the threat of Turkish invasion happen today. Protests against SNA groups looting and killing also continued in Manbij.
- Turkey continues the bombings of critical infrastructure all around NES. The power station of Til Temir has been attacked again, cutting electricity in all the city.
- Lekolin.org, a research institution of the self-administration, published a file identifying 415 ISIS fighters operating within the ranks of the SNA. Allegedly, it was found in a SNA fighter memory card with instructions for the ISIS fighters to advance to Kobani after capturing Qereqozah bridge.
# Syria political transition
- Ahmed Al-Sharaa (a.k.a. Abu Mohamed al-Jolani) met with Geir Pedersen, special envoy from the UN, discussing about the ongoing process of political transition in Syria. An statement emphasized they work for "inclusive and credible political transition, led and owned by Syria, based on the principles outlined in Security Council Resolution 2254", and also "the UN's intention to provide all forms of assistance to the Syrian people".
- A top diplomat from the EU confirms that sanctions will remain in place for now, due to ongoing concerns over Syria's political landscape and opposition dynamics.
- Convoys of the Military Operation Administration (linked to the HTS military operation) arrived and deployed in Deir Ezzor city.
- US announced several strikes against ISIS, stating 12 fighters killed and no civilian casualties.
- Israeli warplanes have carried out intense airstrikes targeting multiple sites in the rural areas of Tartus and Latakia, including warehouses and air defense bases.
- Explosions heard in Albukamal area, near the border with Iraq, when an unidentified drone was flying over that region.
# Civil protests and International Solidarity
- Activists of women organizations and other kurdish political organizations are organizing protest camps in both sides of the Syria-Turkey border in the cities of Qamishlo-Nusaybin.
- Activists in Germany have occupied a former turkish embassy building and the famous Brandenburger Tor in Berlin, hanging banners in solidarity with Rojava and lighting fireworks.
- Activists in Vienna installed a "security zone for democracy" in front of the turkish embassy, declaring Turkey responsible for the ongoing escalation in NES and demanding a political solution.
# Analysis
Not much time for sharing analysis on the last days, but we have to remark once again that the risk of an attack on Kobane is very hight. We will follow the situation but internet cuts can also be common if the conflict escalates. Keep updated and #DefendRojava
Revolutionary greetings! 🖤