US Closely Monitoring Developments In Aleppo And Surrounding Region
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SYRIA - U.S. Central Command has reported that the Command is closely
monitoring developments in Aleppo and the surrounding region and is
calling for all relevant parties to return to the negotiating table and
refrain from further escalation.
“We are closely monitoring developments in Aleppo and the surrounding
region. We urge all parties to exercise maximum restraint, avoid actions
that could further escalate tensions, and prioritize the protection of
civilians and critical infrastructure. We also continue to call on all
relevant actors to return to the negotiating table in good faith and to
pursue a durable diplomatic resolution through dialogue. As I’ve
previously stated, a Syria at peace with itself and its neighbors can
lead to a more peaceful and prosperous Middle East. The United States
and Syria have a shared interest in preserving peace and stability
across the region.” - Adm. Brad Cooper, CENTCOM Commander
PERSIAN GULF - On October 16, United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) received reports of two separate attacks on tankers northeast of Al Jubayl, Saudi Arabia, with all crew reported safe.
MIDDLE EAST - On October 16 the Saudi-led Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen intercepted and destroyed three unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV drones) in the Southern and Riyadh regions, two cruise missiles over the Red Sea, and a ballistic missile launched toward Yanbu, Major General Turki Al-Mal
MIDDLE EAST - On October 15, Houthi forces fired missiles at the al-Maashiq presidential palace in Aden, Yemen, the seat of the internationally recognized government, killing two security personnel, Yemeni officials said.
MIDDLE EAST - United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations received time-late reports on October 13 of two container ships struck by unknown projectiles while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, one inbound and one outbound, with both vessels reporting minor damage, no casualties, and continued passage.
