The command of the "Syrian democratic forces" (SDF), the base of which is the Kurdish militia, reported about the fierce battles with the Turkish army in the Syrian Affleck.

Clashes continue in the area of Rajo in the Northwest of the Canton of Afrin. Here, as stated in the SDF, the Kurdish forces destroyed 37 " Pro-Turkish terrorists ", two armored vehicles and a military vehicle.

The command of the "Syrian democratic forces" also said that Turkish artillery continues to shell the position of the Kurds in the area. The result of the impact of the Turkish aircraft lost his life four civilians, another 14 were damaged health. The twentieth of January, Ankara has announced the launch of "operation Olive branch" against the forces of the Kurds in Afrin, which considers terrorist. Supporters of Turkey made warriors of the " free Syrian army ".

according to the Turkish military, during the operation killed More than 260 members of Kurdish armed groups. In addition, the General staff confirmed the deaths of 2 soldiers.

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