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Turkish-backed Syrian opposition forces claim gains in Idlib

The Syrian military has launched a new ground offensive in south Idlib to take control of the key M4 highway and says it is making major gains against the opposition.
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ALEPPO — Syrian rebels backed by Turkey claim to have retaken the key town of Saraqeb in northwestern Idlib province today in what would be a major blow to Damascus following the government forces' latest offensive on the last rebel-held territory in the country.

A Russian military source denied the rebels' claims and said the Syrian government forces had repelled the attack.

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