Civilians in Syria's north cross into government-held territory as army-SDF tensions mount
epaselect epa12653794 Members of the White Helmets (Syrian Civil Defence) help Syrian civilians evacuate near the village of Rasm al-Harmal al-Imam as they flee eastern Aleppo, northern Syria, 16 January 2026. The displacement follows the Syrian government's announcement of a humanitarian corridor for residents to evacuate the Deir Hafer area. While the region is controlled by the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), the group has reportedly restricted movement, forcing many to seek alternative routes to reach government-held territory. EPA/MOHAMMED AL-RIFAI
