244 youths from Raqqa join the SDF ranks
244 youths from Raqqa have joined the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) after a 20-day training cycle.
244 youths from Raqqa have joined the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) after a 20-day training cycle.
The 'Martyr Faysal Abû Layla Academy' has produced graduates in its 7th training cycle which was joined by 244 youths from Raqqa who were provided with military training and political classes.
The ceremony marking the ending of the training cycle was attended by opinion leaders of Arab tribes from Raqqa and surroundings, and commanders of YPG/YPJ (People's/Women's Defense Units) and SDF.
The ceremony began with one minute's silence in memory of martyrs, followed by the speech of a SDF commander Dilsoz Ehmed who reiterated their promise to struggle for the protection of the peoples living in the region.
Speaking after, Boshaban Tribe Sheikh Mihemed El-Refdî said the followings; "We as the sheikhs of Arab tribes reiterate our promise to stand with these Raqqan youths who are joining the SDF ranks. We tell them to proceed on their way, and that we will be standing with them. This is the straightest way to lead all the peoples to freedom."