Locals report increased Turkish military activity near Afrin

Turkey continues to deploy troops to the border area near Afrin canton.

Turkish army continues to deploy more troops on the border area between Reyhanli and Hassa, districts of Hatay province.

Also the blocks of concrete previously installed by the Turkish military at the border are removed every 300 meters to allow the passage of military vehicles and to position near Efrîn.

Especially between Yalangoz and Kurtnasir villages, there is an increased Turkish military activity. Local sources report increased border security and incessant drone reconnaissance flights. Some roads have been closed to civilians.