Syria Integrates Foreign Fighters, Including Uygurs, into Military Structure

World News

1 year ago

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Credited from: SCMP

Syria has appointed foreign fighters including Uygurs, a Jordanian, and a Turk into its armed forces to establish a professional military structure.
At least six military roles were assigned to foreigners among the total of 49 appointments announced by the Defence Ministry.
Concerns are raised by both foreign governments and Syrian citizens regarding the integration of jihadists, despite assurances from the new rulers against an Islamic revolution.
Chinese Uygur militant Abdulaziz Dawood Khudaberdi received a brigadier-general rank, highlighting the TIP's influence within Syria.
The move signifies recognition of foreign fighters' contributions in the struggle against the Assad regime, with implications for their potential citizenship.