#Idlib: HTS released a new video called "Strong Will" (إرادةٌ صلبَة) covering various military aspects from heavy armour to planning to small arms.
Generally as we expect from Syria but I'll note some interesting things below. Apologies for the delay, had to get 1080p.
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The weapons we see are standard for HTS- AK-74, PK/M, AKM, with one glimpse at a Fortuna One 3L/6L TWS. Normal small arms drills. Helmets, plate carriers, etc are common.
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We've seen the Chinese NP-20 a lot, but not generally with a modified (threaded/extended) barrel to accept a suppressor, which are made locally. Suppressors aren't seen.
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Some additional aspects I noted in no particular order:
- Yugo M73 60mm mortar bombs with УT.M68.П1 PD fuze
- DJI Mavic drone, used for media, recon, and directing fire.
- PG-7VL (Bulgarian) with expelling charges.
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- Seems that HTS uses models for planning
- HTS Red Bands' commander can be seen with AKS-74U w/ RPK-74 mag, obviously.
- Couple of short looks at HTS armour (BMP-1 and Tank)
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and last of all two more spots; in the background of a very quick shot we see a HTS ZU-23-4 "Shilka"- these aren't very common nowadays, but I suspect this is one captured in February-March 2020, repainted and repaired. Oh, and using a Tablet to aid in artillery targeting.
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That's about it. Nothing super special (the video is very highly produced) but fairly interesting nonetheless.
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