Dozens of terrorists were killed and injured on the outskirts of al-Safira in eastern Aleppo's countryside as the Syrian-Russian joint air force carried out targeted airstrikes, the Syrian Ministry of Defense announced on Sunday.

The announcement came as the Syrian Army continued its operations to repel attacks by terrorist groups in the provinces of Aleppo, Idlib, and Hama.

The Russian Reconciliation Center in Syria reported that 320 militants from various terrorist organizations were killed in the past 24 hours across Idlib, Hama, and Aleppo.

The Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA), citing a military source, confirmed that the airstrikes were conducted by the joint Syrian-Russian air force, targeting key terrorist positions.

Field reports indicate significant progress by the Syrian Army, which has reclaimed nearly all villages in Hama's countryside during its offensive. According to an Al Mayadeen correspondent, the joint air force also struck militant supply routes in western Aleppo and conducted concentrated bombardments on terrorist positions in Idlib.

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad reaffirmed his country's commitment to eradicating terrorism, emphasizing the determination of Syria's state, army, and people to confront terrorist organizations with full force.

Assad highlighted the crucial role of allies and friends in countering foreign-backed terrorist operations and dismantling their plans, underscoring Syria's unwavering resolve to ensure its territorial integrity and security.

Terrorism only understands force

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad pledged to use force to eradicate "terrorism" during a phone call on Sunday with the Acting President of the Republic of Abkhazia, according to the state news agency SANA.

Al-Assad pointed out that "terrorism only understands the language of force, and that is the language which we will break it and eliminate it with, whoever its supporters and sponsors are," SANA reported.

Hours later, it was announced that the Syrian Arab Army successfully reclaimed key areas along the administrative border between Hama and Idlib, marking significant progress in its efforts to stabilize the region amid widespread terrorist raids.

This advancement was achieved through a series of intensive airstrikes targeting positions held by terrorist groups, particularly in the vicinity of Morek, north of Hama. The strikes delivered a critical blow to the terrorist forces, with over 80 militants killed and dozens more wounded.

In Aleppo, a decisive military operation at the al-Basel roundabout further weakened terrorist groups, forcing them to acknowledge their heavy losses.

An Al Mayadeen correspondent reported that the Syrian army has regained control over nearly all the villages in the Hama countryside, solidifying its presence in the area. Additionally, efforts are underway to secure the Athraya-Khanaser-Safira road in the southern countryside of Aleppo.