Kobanê Defence Minister Ismet Sheikh Hasan who yesterday spoke to Ronahî TV about the present situation in the Kurdish town, said that ISIS gangs are suffering heavy losses in face of the resistance by YPG/YPJ (People's/Women's Protection Units), and that many areas in the town have been retaken from the gangs.

“For the last 35 days, YPG forces are mounting a historic and dignified resistance against these gangs that cannot be confronted by big states even. In face of this will, gangs are suffering more and more blows every day. The initiative now is with the YPG and YPJ in Kobanê. Many areas have been liberated so far and a new phase has begun now.”

The Defence Minister also stressed that; “The wave of their attacks has been broken but the town remains under siege, which is why the danger continues as there are also civilians in the town. Kurds in four parts of Kurdistan must know this and stay up.”

Regarding the needs and problems of the civilians in Kobanê, the Minister said the followings; "Our people are facing a shortagge of food and shelter. The winter is approaching, this is also another important problem. On the other hand, there are serious health problems as the hospital and ambulances were also demolished in clashes. International institutions and states must urgently provide help to Kobanê, which requires opening an aid corridor into the town."