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Deficient Defensive Strategies: The lack of a cohesive defense plan left the army vulnerable, with no substantial fallback positions as rebel units breached their initial lines. The absence of reserve forces or proper communication further exacerbated the situation.
Intelligence Failures: Despite ominous signs preceding the conflict, including active planning by rebel factions, Syrian intelligence failed to adequately convey these threats, resulting in a catastrophic unpreparedness on the battlefield.