#BREAKING: Syrian Minister of Defence statement on the situation ongoing
“Today, we are fighting a fierce and ongoing battle with the most brutal terrorist organizations, which are using a guerrilla approach, which forces our armed forces to use appropriate methods in fighting the battles, including advances and retreats, and withdrawals to some points.
These terrorist organizations are backed by Turkey and other actors, in terms of logistics, weaponry and planning, which complicates the situation.
We are in a good field situation, and our armed forces have worked to redeploy to preserve lives.
Military action in the context of battle tactics sometimes requires redeployment.
Syria, with its army, people, leadership, and the support of its allies and friends, is capable of overcoming the challenges, no matter how severe or difficult.
We confirm that what happened in the city of Hama today is a temporary tactical measure. Our forces are still in the vicinity of the city of Hama and are fully prepared and ready to confront any assault.”
Mike