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Efforts by government forces to halt this momentum—including bombing a bridge on a primary route—appear to have been ineffective so far. The apparent lack of resistance raises questions about the state of the Syrian Army, which has been described as “weak” and “demoralized.” Reports highlight that the troops have not been adequately funded or maintained, and their effectiveness has diminished significantly, partly due to the absence of crucial support from allies like Russia and Iran.