ALWAGHT- Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein warned that Daesh (ISIL/ISIS) is regrouping after obtaining abandoned Syrian weapons. He highlighted the potential security threats to the region and urged for international assistance during a call with UK Minister Hamish Falconer.
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein warned on Thursday that ISIS is regrouping by seizing weapons left in abandoned Syrian depots after the collapse of the Syrian army. This development has enabled the terror group to expand its territorial control, posing serious regional security risks. Hussein also expressed concerns about ISIS militants escaping prisons and worsening conditions in Syria's Al-Hol Camp, stressing that these factors could directly impact the stability of both Syria and Iraq.
In a conversation with UK Minister Hamish Falconer, Hussein emphasized the need to revive Syria's political process by ensuring representation for all societal groups. He called for sustained international aid to address the humanitarian crisis in Syria. Falconer supported the recent outcomes of the Aqaba meetings and highlighted the importance of ongoing efforts to stabilize the region. He also warned of the risks posed by increasing armed conflicts between various factions and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
Syria's prolonged conflict since 2011 has been marked by battles among pro-Assad forces, foreign-backed opposition groups, and extremist factions like ISIS. The recent collapse of Bashar al-Assad's government has created a power vacuum, allowing ISIS to exploit abandoned military arsenals. This resurgence threatens regional security and complicates the efforts of Syria’s transitional government, led by Prime Minister Mohammed al-Bashir, to restore stability.
Adding to Syria's challenges, Israeli airstrikes have targeted over 350 critical military sites, severely weakening its defense infrastructure. These attacks, combined with the nation’s internal turmoil, leave the transitional government struggling to rebuild the country’s defenses, address humanitarian needs, and manage escalating security threats amid a fractured and unstable region.
