Residents of Aleppo, Syria's second-largest city, are escaping in droves as clashes between rebel factions and government forces reach a boiling point. 🏃♂️💥 Local reports indicate that over 10,000 families have fled since Monday, with many taking shelter in nearby villages.
The escalation follows rebel groups launching shells at a dormitory on November 29 and declaring a 'military government' to enforce strict curfews. Schools and markets remain shuttered, while humanitarian organizations warn of dwindling supplies. 🏚️⚠️
Analysts describe Aleppo as a key battleground in Syria's prolonged conflict, with its strategic location fueling tensions. 🌍⚔️ "The situation is dire," one aid worker shared anonymously. "Families are leaving with only what they can carry."
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