Militants from the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS, recognized as a terrorist group and banned in Russia – editor’s note) said their forces had re-entered the city of Hama in northwestern Syria, advancing from several directions. According to Middle Eastern media reports, the Syrian opposition had established control over a tank school, which was considered one of the key strongholds of President Bashar al-Assad’s army in the area.

The Hama tank school has long served as the headquarters of the Syrian army's 25th Division, known for its high combat readiness and key role in the defense of the region. The loss of the facility is a major blow to the SAA, which has been confronted in recent days by increased activity by opposition and terrorist groups in the northwest of the country.

The offensive by HTS and allied Syrian opposition forces is part of a broader attack that has been ongoing for a week. The militants are actively using artillery, armored vehicles, and mobilizing significant forces to establish control over strategic facilities in Hama province. Military analysts say such actions pose a serious threat to Assad's army's positions in the region.

In response to the offensive, the Syrian army has launched counterattacks, trying to regain lost ground. Russian air force activity is increasing in the Hama region, striking opposition positions in an attempt to slow its advance. However, the current situation shows that the militants are making tangible gains.

The political consequences of the events in Hama could be significant. The loss of strategic facilities undermines the morale of government troops and strengthens the position of the militants.