Since 8 January, civilians from North-East Syria have been holding a vigil at the Tishrin Dam to protect their territory alongside the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and Women's Defense Units (YPJ) who are confronting attacks by the Turkish army and allied mercenaries called the Syrian National Army (SNA).

On Tuesday, February 18, a group of people from Qamishlo, Tirbespiyê, Amûdê and Til Hemis took over the vigil.

As the vigil continues on its 43rd day, people maintain their determination despite the deadly attacks repeatedly directed against them, which have claimed the lives of dozens of people, including three journalists.