Zinki (Nour al-Din al-Zenki)

Zinki, also known as Nour al-Din al-Zenki, is a Turkish-backed Syrian rebel group that operates primarily in northern Syria. Formed in 2012, it initially aimed to oppose the Assad government and ISIS, and has been involved in various military campaigns. The group is part of the Free Syrian Army coalition and has received support from Turkey. While it has presented itself as a moderate opposition, it has also faced accusations of human rights abuses. Zinki’s role reflects the complex and shifting landscape of Syrian civil conflict, balancing tactical alliances and ideological differences among various factions.