Despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire in Manbij, fighting persists between the Syrian Democratic Forces and Turkish-backed armed groups. The conflict has included Turkish drone strikes on key areas like Kobani, Raqqa, and Ain Issa, resulting in civilian casualties. Manbij has been a focal point of the offensive, with Turkish-backed militants attempting to advance into Kobani but facing resistance from Hezbollah forces.

In Deir el-Zour, Hezbollah withdrew from positions west of the Euphrates,… [Read More]

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Source: VOA News: Economy and Finance