Syrian forces detain Uzbek fighters in security sweep

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In a recent security sweep, Syrian forces detained Uzbek fighters in the northwest region following a dispute that escalated into protests. The action highlights ongoing tensions amid security operations in Syria.

LONDON, May 6 - Syrian forces have arrested Uzbek fighters during a security sweep in the northwest, after a dispute involving one of them escalated into protests outside a government security facility, two Syrian security officials said.