Erdogan says turkish backed rebels close to taking syrias al bab

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Yes, according to reports, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has stated that Turkish-backed rebels are close to capturing the strategic town of Al-Bab in northern Syria.

Al-Bab is a key town located in the Aleppo Governorate, about 30 kilometers (19 miles) northeast of Aleppo city. It has been a major stronghold of the Islamic State (ISIS) and has been a target of Turkish military operations in recent years.

The Turkish-backed Free Syrian Army (FSA) has been fighting to capture Al-Bab as part of its Operation Euphrates Shield, which began in August 2016. The operation aims to drive ISIS out of the region and prevent the expansion of Kurdish-controlled areas.

Erdogan's statement suggests that the Turkish-backed rebels are making significant progress in their efforts to capture Al-Bab, which could have significant implications for the region. The town's capture could potentially give Turkey a foothold in the region and allow it to exert greater influence over the conflict in Syria.

It's worth noting that the Syrian government, backed by Russia and Iran, has also been involved in the conflict in Al-Bab and has been trying to regain control of the town. The situation on the ground is complex and fluid, and it's difficult to predict the outcome of the fighting.