30th Division (Syria)
The 30th Division (Arabic: الفرقة 30 الحرس الجمهوري) is an elite mechanized division of the Republican Guard of Syria, established in 2017. Its main purpose is similar to other SRG units, to protect the second largest city of Syria, Aleppo, from any foreign or domestic threats.
30th Division | |
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الفرقة 30 الحرس الجمهوري | |
Republican Guard shoulder sleeve insignia | |
Active | January 2017–present |
Country | Syria |
Allegiance | President of Syria |
Branch | Syrian Arab Army |
Type | Mechanized infantry |
Role | Shock troops |
Size | 30,000 (as of 2017) |
Part of | Republican Guard |
Garrison/HQ | Aleppo |
Engagements | |
Commanders | |
Current Commander | Maj. Gen. Saleh Abdullah |
Chief of Staff | Brig. Gen. Yusuf Abd al-Hamid Mahmoud |
Brigade Commanders | Brig. Gen. Aqil Jumaa (106th Brigade) |
Notable commanders | Maj. Gen. Ziad Ali Salah Maj. Gen. Zeid Salih Maj. Gen. Malik Aliaa Brig. Gen. Rukin Mohamed Khaddor Brig. Gen. Burhan Rahmun † |
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