The Internal Security Forces announced the arrest of the former brigadier in the Republican Guard, "Mared Mohammad", over his participation in military campaigns waged by the ousted regime on areas in Rif Dimashq.

"Mohammad" was known by the nickname "Guardian of the Capital", as he led military operations on the ground in Qaboun, al-Hameh, Wadi Barada, Qudsaya, Ain Tarma and Jobar, and was among the commanders of the operations that carried the name "Waad Allah Haq".
The Internal Security Forces confirmed that the competent authorities are continuing to question him and gather evidence relating to his participation in those campaigns, ahead of referring his file to the judiciary.