28 Mar 2024
Sunday 28 February 2016 - 09:26
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Syrian army repulses Daesh attacks, kills some 30 militants - Reports

Syrian Army killed more than 30 militants of Daesh jihadist group, repulsing attacks of the terrorists in the western Syrian province of Hama, local media reported.

MOSCOW (Sputnik) The militants attacked the positions ofthe army nearthe town ofSalamiyah, Syria's government forces killed 35 Daesh fighters inthe armed clashes, the SANA news service reported onSaturday, citing a military source.

The news service added that the militants lost several off-road vehicles withmachine guns, aswell ascannons and mortars.

Syria has been mired incivil war since2011, withforces loyal toPresident Bashar Assad fighting againsta number ofopposition factions and extremist groups, including Daesh and the Nusra Front, which are prohibited inmany countries, including Russia.

On Monday, Russia and the United States reached an agreement onthe ceasefire inSyria. The ceasefire, which excludes both Daesh and the Nusra Front took effect atmidnight onSaturday Damascus time (22:00 GMT onFriday).

By Sputnik

 
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