The Media Center of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) reported ongoing violations in North-East Syria by the Turkish army and allied mercenaries.

According to a statement by SDF Media Center on Thursday, the Manbij Military Council has thwarted, this morning, at least three infiltration attempts by Turkish-backed mercenaries in the north of Manbij, neutralizing at least two mercenaries.

“These infiltration attempts came after preparatory artillery shelling on the northern villages, and they are part of the preparatory escalation of a potential Turkish invasion,” the statement said.

SDF added, “The heroism of the Manbij Military Council forced the enemy to retreat, preventing it from conducting more operations.”