Iran has started evacuating its top military commanders and personnel from Syria amid rising rebel forces in the country. According to reports by the New York Times, Iranian Quds Forces commanders were among those being pulled out.
The evacuation comes as rebel forces have taken control of key cities like Homs and Deir al-Zour. The move is seen as a response to the growing instability in Syria and Iran’s efforts to maintain its presence in the region.
Details about the evacuation are still emerging, but regional officials and Iranian insiders cited by the New York Times describe it as an urgent measure to ensure the safety of high-ranking personnel.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-12-07/iran-starts-evacuating-top-commanders-from-syria-nyt-reports