More than 130 killed as Syrian rebels seize territory from army in Aleppo province

Syrian opposition forces, primarily rebel groups, have launched a large-scale attack in western Aleppo, reportedly the most significant escalation in the Syrian conflict in years. The offensive, dubbed the "Deterrence of Aggression," has resulted in the deaths of at least 89 people, with 37 regime forces and allied militia members killed. Rebel factions, including Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a group linked to Al Qaeda, have advanced to within six miles of Aleppo, seizing control of 13 villages, including strategic towns.