The Turkish army and the FSA groups it backs continue their attacks on villages to the west of Manbij. Turkish troops and affiliates are reported to be shelling villages in Arima district of Manbij with howitzer fire currently.

Yesterday, Turkish forces and affiliated gangs that attacked villages in western Manbij were repelled and 12 gang members were killed. Manbij Military Council fighters also seized a panzer of the Turkish army yesterday.