Syrian Military Deploys Helicopters to Combat Regime Remnants in Coastal Region

Security personnel under the command of the Military Operations Directorate, preparing for anti-regime missions.
Security personnel under the command of the Military Operations Directorate, preparing for anti-regime missions.

TARTUS, Syria (North Press) – The Syrian Military Operations Directorate announced on Saturday that it has begun deploying military helicopters to target remnants of the ousted regime in the country’s coastal areas, intensifying its security crackdown.

The coastal region, particularly Tartus and western Homs, has witnessed an escalation of military activities following clashes with forces loyal to the deposed Assad regime.

A Shift in Tactics

The Directorate reported the loss of over 20 personnel in recent confrontations, prompting the deployment of helicopters to gain an operational advantage.

“We have initiated the use of military helicopters to comb the coastal region following fierce encounters with remnants of the ousted regime,” a statement from the Directorate read.

The operation marks a significant shift in strategy, utilizing aerial support to locate and neutralize pro-regime factions entrenched in the mountainous terrain.

According to military sources, the helicopters are operating out of Stamo Airbase, located in the countryside of Tartus. The airbase has become a key hub for launching missions against pockets of resistance in the coastal zone.

Ongoing Security Operations

The Directorate has been conducting sweeping operations in the coastal region since the fall of the Assad regime. These efforts aim to dismantle loyalist networks that continue to destabilize the area.

The campaign includes:

Ground operations by elite military units.

Aerial reconnaissance to identify strongholds.

Collaboration with local authorities to ensure civilian safety.

Rising Tensions in the Region

The coastal region, historically a stronghold of the Assad regime, remains a volatile area as loyalist elements attempt to regroup and resist the transitional government.

Clashes in Tartus and the outskirts of western Homs have resulted in heavy casualties on both sides. Local residents report an increased military presence, with checkpoints and patrols becoming more frequent.

Impact on Civilians

While the Directorate emphasized its commitment to minimizing harm to civilians, residents in affected areas have expressed concerns about safety and displacement.

Regional Implications

The operation underscores the transitional government’s resolve to assert control over all Syrian territories, particularly strategic coastal regions. The use of helicopters highlights the evolving military capabilities of the new administration as it works to consolidate power.

Analysts note that the success of these operations could strengthen the government’s position domestically and internationally, as it seeks to demonstrate its ability to maintain order and security.

The deployment of helicopters marks a pivotal moment in Syria’s ongoing military campaign against remnants of the former regime. As operations intensify, the country faces the dual challenge of ensuring security while fostering political and social reconciliation in a post-Assad era.