BBC: Syria war: Turkey-backed rebels attack jihadists in Idlib
Rebels backed by Turkey are carrying out a new operation in Syria's north-western Idlib province, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says.
The province is dominated by jihadist groups and Mr Erdogan has said he will not allow a "terror corridor" on the Turkish border.
The operation is led by Turkish-supported Free Syrian Army rebels.
Mr Erdogan said Turkish troops were not yet inside Idlib. Russia is providing air support.
Turkey, Russia and Iran agreed earlier this year to create a series of "de-escalation" zones in Syria, including Idlib, as part of moves to end the Syrian civil war.
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