The gang members attacked Manbij Military Council positions in El-Mehesnli village, north-west of Manbij city center. The council forces responded and heavy fighting reported between two sides in the area.

As Turkey increases its threats against Afrin, Euphrates Shield gangs began to attack Manbij in the last days. The gangs especially target villages to the north and north-west of Manbij city center.

Turkey invaded Jarablus and Al-Bab last year and settled Al-Nusra and Al-Qaida affiliated gangs in the region.