As of December 31, 2025, the main belligerents in Syria include the Syrian Arab Republic and the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army (SNA), as well as the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). Other significant groups involved in the conflict are the Druze Autonomous Administration and various Druze factions, alongside Alawite factions and remnants of the Assad regime.
Additionally, there are pockets of the Islamic State in Syria and the Levant (ISIS/ISIL) operating in the Syrian desert. These groups continue to engage in ongoing conflicts across the region, contributing to the complex and multifaceted nature of the Syrian civil war.
For further context on international military developments, see recent developments regarding military drills in Taiwan.
Additionally, related coverage includes video footage released by the Russian Defense Ministry concerning drone activity targeting Putin"s residence.
