Syria: Interior Security lifts curfew in Kobani after securing city and arresting 7 suspects

The Syrian Interior Security Command announced the conclusion of its operations in Ain al-Arab (Kobani) after establishing full control over the situation. This stabilization led to the lifting of the curfew, allowing a gradual return to normalcy in the area.

Operation Details and Figures

The security command stated that the deployment aimed to protect civilians and public institutions, prevent chaos, and pursue those involved in attacks against state facilities. The operations resulted in nineteen security personnel being injured, while seven individuals were arrested for inciting the events and will face legal proceedings.

Colonel Mohammad Abdul Ghani, the security chief in Aleppo, declared during a meeting at the directorate building that respecting the national flag and state institutions is a strict red line. He emphasized his forces' commitment to protecting residents and public facilities, while refusing to tolerate any threats to the city's stability.

Political Context

This security deployment is part of the efforts to integrate the internal security forces of the city under the Syrian Ministry of Interior. The Aleppo security command has taken over the directorate building and begun its duties, reflecting a step towards restoring the Syrian state's authority in the region.

The return of official security forces to Ain al-Arab marks a significant milestone in the Syrian government's quest to regain administrative and security control over all Syrian territories, particularly in areas that have previously witnessed conflicts.