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| Free Syrian Army fighters clearing mines in Jarablus |
| 2016-08-28 |
| The Free Syrian Army (FSA) is cleaning Jarablus of mines and explosives planted by the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) militants before their withdrawal from the northern Syrian town, Anadolu Agency reported. FSA sources told the agency that about 20 explosives were detonated on Aug. 26, with the operations continuing. Soldiers are examining evacuated houses and removing mines and explosives planted at the border with Turkey. The FSA has gained full control of Jarablus district, part of Aleppo province in northern Syria, following “Operation Euphrates Shield” launched by the Turkish Armed Forces and an international anti-ISIL coalition. The operation began early Aug. 24 when artillery and airstrikes were followed by Turkish tanks crossing the border to target ISIL in support of FSA fighters. Jarablus is located one kilometer from the Turkish-Syrian border. An Anadolu Agency reporter in Jarablus reports that life is returning to normal days after “Euphrates Shield” started, with many workplaces re-opening and children playing on the streets. |
| Posted by:Steve White |