Syrian Rebels Capture Second Major City As Army Withdraws From Hama
Syrian rebel forces, led by the Islamist militant group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), have announced the capture of Hama after government troops withdrew following intense clashes. HTS leader Abu Mohammed al-Jawlani declared “victory” in the city, which is home to one million people, and promised “no acts of revenge.” Rebel forces reportedly took control of … Read more