Explosion in Manbij kills a member of Internal Security Forces

A member of the Internal Security Forces was killed by an explosion during attempts to defuse a mine in southern Manbij.

The Internal Security Forces in North-East Syria reported an explosion near the Ashan (Metahin) Junction in southern Manbij on Tuesday.

The explosion is said to have occurred during attempts to defuse a mine near the junction.

A member of the Internal Security Forces lost his life as a result of the explosion. Intense security measures have been taken at the scene and the surrounding area.