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Turkish-supported public services flourish in Euphrates Shield area

The Turkish government has helped the local council in al-Bab to set up a plant to refill propane cylinders and Jarablus to build its first central bus station.
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ALEPPO, Syria — The local councils of the Syrian opposition-held Euphrates Shield area in the countryside of Aleppo have set up more service facilities for locals in a bid to bring stability to the area. The efforts have direct support from the Turkish government, which has been paying the salaries of employees working in the public services sector, which has been growing rapidly.

On Aug. 28, the Local Council of al-Bab set up a station for the filling of gas cylinders to provide fuel for the residents of the area. Each cylinder sells for 4,500 Syrian pounds, which is equivalent to $8.

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