Syria moves troops toward Turkish offensive
18 October 2019 |
2:04 pm
The Syrian military has mobilized soldiers toward the north of the country to face the Turkish incursion. France is taking measures to ensure the safety of its military and civilian personnel in the war-torn region.
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