On July 18, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) carried out more raids and combed new areas in the framework of its ongoing large-scale operation in southeast Deir Ezzor.
The SDF launched the second stage of “Operation Deterring Terrorism” on July 18 with direct support from the U.S.-led coalition. The first stage of the operation was carried out between June 4 and June 10.
According to the Hawar News Agency, the SDF uncovered a large ammo depot in the second day of the operation. The depot contained 2,000 mortar shells, 20 land mines, a number of rifles and five mobile phones.
The SDF also arrested two terrorists of ISIS. Kurdish sources said that one of them is an “emir,” a senior commander, of the group.
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- Click to see full-size image. Source: YPG Press Office (facebook.com/YPG)
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- Click to see full-size image. Source: YPG Press Office (facebook.com/YPG)
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- Click to see full-size image. Source: YPG Press Office (facebook.com/YPG)
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- Click to see full-size image. Source: YPG Press Office (facebook.com/YPG)
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- Click to see full-size image. Source: YPG Press Office (facebook.com/YPG)
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- Click to see full-size image. Source: YPG Press Office (facebook.com/YPG)
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- Click to see full-size image. Source: YPG Press Office (facebook.com/YPG)
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- Click to see full-size image. Source: YPG Press Office (facebook.com/YPG)
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- Click to see full-size image. Source: YPG Press Office (facebook.com/YPG)
In the first day of the operation, 24 ISIS terrorists and suspects were apprehended by SDF forces. Loads of ammunition and weapons were also seized.
Operation Deterring Terrorism led to a notable decrease in ISIS activities in Deir Ezzor. However, the group’s influence in the region remains strong. ISIS cells will likely resume their activities after the end of the operation.
