Al Jazeera: Syrian army moves closer to ISIL-besieged Deir Az Zor
The governor of Deir Az Zor province says the Syrian army will reach the city in 24-48 hours 'at most'.
Syria's army and its allies have advanced towards ISIL-besieged Deir Az Zor city after capturing the al-Kharata oil field, a war monitor said on Sunday.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has focused this year on striking eastwards in a multi-pronged assault against Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant to reclaim Deir Az Zor from the armed group.
ISIL controls most of Deir Az Zor province - apart from a Syrian government-held enclave in Deir Az Zor city and a nearby military airbase.
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More News On Reports That The Syrian Army Is On The Verge Of Lifting The ISIS Seige Of Deir Az Zor
Syrian army, allies race to relieve Deir al-Zor -- Reuters
Syrian forces advance on ISIL-besieged Deir al Zor -- Euronews
US to provide support to YPG-led SDF in offensive against Daesh-held Deir ez-Zor -- Daily Sabah
Syrian Army flattens ISIS positions, will enter Deir ez-Zor ‘within 48 hours’ – governor -- RT
WATCH: Russian Jets Crush Daesh Targets Near Deir ez-Zor -- Sputnik
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Anyone who survives a 3 year besiegement by ISIS deserves a hat tip. I can only imagine the feeling of relief when they start hearing friendly artillery on approach.
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