The American administration commented on the recent attacks by terrorist groups in Syria, stating that these events did not come as a surprise to Washington. US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan noted in an interview with CNN that the current situation in the region has created conditions for militant activity.

"We were not surprised that the rebels decided to take advantage of the changed environment. Today, the Syrian government's main allies - Iran, Russia and Hezbollah - are either distracted or weakened by other events. This has given the rebels an opportunity to take advantage of the situation.""," Sullivan said.

The US believes that Russia is involved in ongoing fighting in Ukraine, Iran is facing domestic protests and international sanctions, and Hezbollah is strained by the worsening situation in Lebanon. This, experts say, has opened a window of opportunity for the rebels to launch large-scale operations.

Reports of the capture of major cities and strategic sites in northern and central Syria, including areas in the provinces of Aleppo, Hama and Idlib, underscore the scale of the new wave of fighting. Experts believe that the militant offensive, timed to coincide with the weakening of the Syrian army and its allies, may be coordinated and supported by external players.

At the same time, official Damascus continues to insist on its right to defend the territorial integrity and security of the country. The Syrian army has stepped up strikes on militant positions, using artillery and tactical missile systems. Against this background, Russia continues to provide military and logistical support, including air strikes.