Western Kurdistan's People's Defense Units (YPG) fighters have taken five gang members captive during clashes around the villages of Girhok and Yusufiye in Girkê Legê region.

According to the reports received from local sources, clashes broke out between YPG and armed gang groups affiliated to al-Qaeda last night.

The jihadist armed groups have reportedly suffered heavy losses in clashes that lasted till early Wednesday morning. At least five gang members have been taken captive by YPG fighters.

Clashes are reported to be continuing in some areas.