Foreign-led jihadist groups Malhama Tactical and Albanian Tactical are now training Syria’s newly formed army and special forces under the post-Assad government. These groups, once aligned with Hay’at Taḥrīr al-Shām (HTS) and steeped in jihadist ideology, have retained autonomy and influence through their continued training, recruitment, and propaganda efforts. Their survival and integration into Syria’s new military apparatus raises concerns about the long-term entrenchment of foreign fighters. While currently focused on rebuilding Syria’s security forces, these groups may redirect their skills and capabilities toward other conflict zones or future jihadist insurgencies around the globe.
Malhama and Albanian Tactical Groups Train New Syrian Army and Special Forces – Jamestown
