Fighting erupted between fighters of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and a group of Turkish-backed mercenaries and Turkish soldiers who attempted to enter Ain Issa over the village of Sayda.

 

The violent clash that erupted last night after SDF fighters carried out self-defense in response to the group is reported to be continuing in the early morning hours today.

 

On the other hand, reports are coming through of Turkish aerial activity over the Ain Issa town.

 

On the other hand, the Turkish army and mercenaries have been attacking the villages of Merenaz, Malikiye and Alqamiye in Afrin’s Shera district since 1 am last night. The attack with heavy weaponry is reported to be continuing.