Sheikh Maqsoud protectors thwart Syrian Interim Government mercenaries' attack

The Internal Security Forces in Aleppo thwarted an attack carried out by mercenaries of the Syrian Interim Government, supported by the Turkish occupation state.

Sheikh Maqsoud protectors thwart Syrian Interim Government mercenaries' attack
9 January, 2026   16:15
ALEPPO

According to information received by ANHA correspondent, the mercenaries of the Turkish-backed Syrian Interim Government twice attempted to advance on the Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhood of Aleppo on Friday at 1:30 PM, supported by tanks and heavy weapons, heading from the direction of al-Zeitoun Roundabout.

As a result, the Internal Security Forces in the neighborhood repelled the attack, and clashes ensued.

The attacking mercenaries suffered heavy losses, and the attack was thwarted, forcing them to retreat.

Meanwhile, the neighborhood continues to be subjected to attacks with heavy weapons.

ANHA