YPG clinic in Raqqa is the only place civilians fleeing ISIS can get medical help. It is run by the YPG and open 24/7.

Akif is the only doctor in the clinic. He and nurses have saved hundreds of lives so far, including captured ISIS gang members.

Speaking to YPG Press Office, doctor Akif says: “I was working as a civil doctor before the war as well. For the past 6-7 years, I've been working as a doctor for the YPG and SDF. Both in the military and civil fields.

Akif, who took part in the operations for Manbij, Kobanê, Girê Spî and others, tells that he as a doctor of this land is trying to contribute whatever he can to the effort.

Regarding the very restricted means they have, Akif says “We don't have 1 % or even 0.1 % of the facilities a normal hospital should have. But there is no need for complaint. The images speak for themselves.”

Pointing out that Rojava is still blockaded by Turkey in the north and by the KDP from the east, Akif adds: “Even if there was financial possibility to buy supplies, the blockade prevents it.”