Syrian Arab Army declares SDF organization’s areas in Aleppo closed military zone

The Syrian Arab Army Operations Command announced that Sheikh Maqsoud and Ashrafieh neighborhoods in Aleppo will be designated as “closed military zone” starting at 3:00 PM on Wednesday.

In a statement, the command said, “A full curfew will be in effect in the two neighborhoods starting at 3:00 PM.” The statement also called on residents to stay away from SDF Organization’s positions.

Clashes broke out in Aleppo at midday on January 6 between the Syrian army and the Kurdish internal security units of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).