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Syria: Tens of Thousands Displaced in Aleppo – Clashes Between Government Forces and Kurds

Published January 8, 2026, 13:21
Syria: Tens of Thousands Displaced in Aleppo – Clashes Between Government Forces and Kurds

Intense clashes between Syrian government forces and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) have led to the displacement of tens of thousands of residents from Aleppo. The fighting, which has continued for a third day, began after the collapse of talks to integrate the SDF into the Syrian state apparatus. The government has imposed a curfew in some neighborhoods and is calling on civilians to evacuate, while the SDF accuse the government of the humanitarian consequences. Exchanges of fire and shelling have intensified, with the situation in the city described as “extremely tense.” Civilians are seeking refuge in other areas, such as the Afrin enclave, or in makeshift shelters like schools and mosques, which however lack adequate infrastructure. According to authorities, more than 46,000 people have been displaced. These clashes are the most intense since the failure of the March agreement, which provided for the integration of the SDF into the Syrian state administration, including border crossings and energy infrastructure. The government accuses the SDF of violating the agreement, while the SDF deny the accusations and call for an immediate cessation of hostilities. The UN has expressed concern about the situation, calling on all parties to de-escalate and resume negotiations. At the same time, Turkey has announced that it is closely monitoring developments and is ready to assist, suggesting potential involvement in the region.

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