Turkish army convoy enters Idlib, Syria
Category: Instability
Severity: 2 (Low)
Source: Drum Cussac
10/13/2017 (Syria) - According to national media reports on Friday, 13 October, Turkish forces have entered the northwestern Syrian province as part of a joint mission with Russia and Iran to enforce a ceasefire. Some reports suggest that up to 30 military vehicles escorted by Syrian rebels have entered Idlib province, which is largely controlled by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a jihadi alliance led by the al-Qaida linked al-Nusra Front.
Those in the region are advised to monitor local media sources for further updates on military developments and heed any directives issued by security forces and local authorities. Those in Syria should continually review crisis management plans and security procedures to ensure they remain commensurate with the current threat environment.
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