Turkey backed rebels kill 68 islamic state fighters near syrias al bab military

According to reports, Turkey-backed rebels have killed at least 68 Islamic State (IS) fighters in a battle near the Syrian town of Al Bab, which is located in the Aleppo Governorate.

The battle took place on the outskirts of Al Bab, which is a strategic town that has been a key stronghold for IS in the region. The town has been the target of several military operations by Turkish-backed rebels and Syrian government forces in recent months.

The Turkish-backed rebels, who are part of the Free Syrian Army (FSA), launched an attack on IS positions in the area, reportedly using artillery and rocket fire to weaken the IS defenses. The rebels then advanced on the IS positions, engaging in intense fighting with the terrorist group's fighters.

According to reports, the IS fighters were largely made up of foreign nationals, including fighters from countries such as Tunisia, Morocco, and Pakistan. The IS fighters were reportedly using civilians as human shields, which made it difficult for the rebels to target them without risking harm to innocent civilians.

The Turkish-backed rebels claimed to have killed at least 68 IS fighters in the battle, and captured several others. The rebels also reportedly seized a large quantity of weapons and ammunition from the IS fighters.

The battle is seen as a significant victory for the Turkish-backed rebels, who have been fighting against IS in the region for several years. The rebels have been supported by Turkey, which has provided them with military aid and training.

The Syrian government, which has been fighting against IS and other terrorist groups in the region, has also been involved in the battle for Al Bab. The government has been working with Russian forces to target IS positions in the area, and has made significant gains in recent months.

The battle for Al Bab is seen as an important part of the broader fight against IS in Syria, and is likely to continue in the coming weeks and months.