On Nov. 30, thousands of Syrian insurgents entered Aleppo, capturing key sites like the old citadel with minimal resistance. A displaced resident expressed gratitude for their return. The previous day, airstrikes targeted insurgent reinforcements, killing 20 fighters near residential areas. Syria’s armed forces confirmed redeploying and preparing for a counterattack, acknowledging insurgent presence but noting they had not established bases or checkpoints. n18oc_crux