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Raqqa operation: Large numbers of civilians rescued
August 7, 2017
Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) fighters rescued dozens of civilians in Raqqa’s Nazlat Shehade neighborhood, while 16 gang members were killed in clashes.

34 ISIS members killed in fierce clashes in Raqqa
August 7, 2017
In heavy clashes between SDF fighters and ISIS gangs in 7 neighbourhoods of Raqqa, 34 more ISIS members have been killed in the last 24 hours.

SDF special units rescue wounded civilians in Raqqa
August 3, 2017
As Syrian Democratic Forces continue to rescue Raqqan inhabitants, ISIS gangs trapped in the city are using civilians as human shields.

YJŞ fighters: We are in Raqqa to free Êzidî women
August 3, 2017
Fighters of the Shengal Women's Units (YJŞ) said: "We are fighting in Raqqa to avenge and free the Êzidî women."

YPG Commander: Attacks on Efrîn will hinder the Raqqa operation
July 29, 2017
YPG Commander General Sipan Hemo commented on the Raqqa operation, attacks on Efrîn and Shehba and relationships with the US, Russia and the Damascus administration.

YPJ Commander: We do not fight for territorial victory alone
July 28, 2017
YPJ/SDF Commander in the operation for Raqqa's liberation, Clara Reqa, stated that they are not just after territorial victory alone, but move forward with this operation to build a free, in all aspects equal and democratic society.

Funeral ceremony for four YPG internationalist martyrs
July 27, 2017
The funeral ceremony for the YPG's 4 internationalist martyrs, Martyr Demhat Goldman, Martyr Soro Zinar, Martyr Rodi Deysie, and Martyr Zafer Qereçox was held this morning in Derik.

Coalition representative meets with Raqqa Civil Council
July 24, 2017
Commander Deputy of the Global Coalition to fight ISIS Robert Jones stated that the International Coalition Forces will support the Raqqa Civil Council politically and in terms of the city's redevelopment.

YPG clinic in Raqqa treats civilians and fighters
July 23, 2017
YPG clinic in Raqqa is the only place civilians fleeing ISIS can get medical help. It is run by the YPG and open 24/7.

Civilians face material damage in Turkish army's attacks
July 23, 2017
The Turkish army's and gangs acting under their command continue their attacks and violations against Rojava Kurdistan. Especially in Efrin,

Statement regarding UN report issued on May 6, 2021
Nuri Mahmoud, Spokesperson of People's Defense Units | June 28th, 2021

Statement on occasion of anniversary of liberation of Kobanî
General Command of YPG | January 26, 2021

Our forces have not attacked security forces of KRI and we once again declare that we respect the autonomy of Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
General Command of People’s Defense Units | December 17, 2020

We commemorate our comrade Diyar Afrin who reached martyrdom in Aleppo.
YPG Press Office | February 16th 2020

Our forces has inflicted heavy damage to the terrorists in special operations
YPG Press Office | September 11th, 2019
