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Drone Strike Kills Key Al-Qaeda Figure Abu Abdul Rahman al-Makki in Northern Syria

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A drone strike in northern Syria has resulted in the assassination of Abu Abdul Rahman al-Makki, a prominent leader of the Guardians of Religion Organization and a significant figure in Al-Qaeda's operations. This event highlights the ongoing conflict and shifting alliances in the region.

The prominent leader of the Guardians of Religion Organization, Abu Abdul Rahman al-Makki, was assassinated today, Friday, by a bombing by a plane believed to belong to the International Coalition, south of Idlib in northern Syria.

Al-Makki, who held the position of 'Leader of the Sharia Council,' was killed while riding a motorcycle on the road linking the towns of Ahsim and Al-Bara in Jabal Al-Zawiya, south of Idlib.

This assassination marks a significant event in the ongoing conflict in the region, reflecting the complex dynamics between various factions, including Al-Qaeda and its affiliates.

Al-Makki's history is intertwined with major factions in Syria, having served in leadership roles within the Guardians of Religion and the Al-Nusra Front, showcasing the shifting allegiances and power struggles in the area.

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