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Car Bomb in Turkey-Controlled Manbij, Syria, Causes Casualties; PKK/YPG Cells Suspected

Dec 24, 2024, 12:49 PM

A car bomb exploded in the center of Manbij city, located in the eastern countryside of Aleppo, Syria. The explosion occurred on Al-Tajneed Street, resulting in multiple casualties among civilians. The Syrian Civil Defense teams responded to the scene. Initial reports indicate several deaths and injuries, though no group has yet claimed responsibility for the attack. The city of Manbij is currently under the control of the Turkey-backed Syrian National Army, with reports suggesting that PKK/YPG cells may be active in the area.