Opposition factions in Idlib prepare for imminent Syrian government offensive
After Turkey withdrew from observation posts within regime-controlled areas, Syria and Russia stepped up their attacks in Idlib, raising fears of an imminent battle.
IDLIB, Syria — Russian airstrikes accompanied by Syrian regime-led bombardment have escalated in some areas of the northwest province of Idib since early November, despite the cease-fire agreement signed between Russia and Turkey in March.
The escalation coincided with Turkey's withdrawal from some of its observation posts in regime-controlled areas in Syria, while at the same time boosting its military presence by deploying several military convoys to different areas of Idlib.
