Syrian Army Distributes Evacuation Maps in Aleppo Amid Clashes

The Syrian army has begun distributing maps to civilians in Aleppo. The maps show safe evacuation routes from several neighborhoods. This action comes after renewed attacks in the city. Syrian state media reports that army positions were fired upon by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). The army says it returned fire. Local sources report at least six people were injured in the recent fighting. The exact circumstances of the injuries are not yet clear. Aleppo, Syria's largest city, was heavily damaged during the country's long civil war. While major combat ended years ago, tensions between government forces and the SDF remain. The SDF controls large parts of northeastern Syria. The distribution of evacuation maps suggests the army is preparing for further military operations in these Aleppo areas. It is urging civilians to leave for their safety. There has been no immediate comment from the SDF regarding the new maps or the reported clashes.