It is reported that Turkish soldiers on the Kobanê border have threatened YPG (People’s Protection Units) fighters and told them to leave the border area. After these threats ISIS gangs that have been unable to advance towards the Mürşitpınar border gate from the east have begun preparations to move forward.

In Kobanê clashes are continuing between ISIS and the YPG. ISIS has suffered heavy losses in clashes to the east and south of the town. While the ISIS gangs have been unable to advance in the east, where they have been attempting to seize the Mürşitpınar border gate for days, it is claimed that they are trying to advance with the assistance of Turkey.

It has been learned that Turkish military officials have told the YPG forces to leave the border area immediately, and that if they fail to do so, they will be attacked. This threat is being interpreted as an attempt to have ISIS, which has been unable to advance, based on the border. The ISIS gangs are reported to be making preparations to advance along the border with Turkish assistance.