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Syrian Interior Minister Declares Strong Security Cordon Around Damascus Amid Opposition Claims

Dec 7, 2024, 04:30 PM

Syrian Interior Minister Major General Al-Rahmon has declared the establishment of a robust security perimeter around Damascus, asserting that it is impenetrable. This statement comes as opposition fighters claim to be approaching the capital. The security measures include both security and military elements, and the minister has advised citizens to remain in their residences, indicating that there is no presence of militants around Damascus. The Syrian regime's security forces and military units are reported to be still positioned in their locations, maintaining the cordon.