Turkish-backed Syrian rebels have advanced into Ras al-Ain in northeast Syria but it was unclear how far, with Turkey saying the town centre had been taken and Kurdish-led forces denying this.
The battle for Ras al-Ain raged as Turkey pursued a four-day-old, cross-border offensive against a Syrian Kurdish militia despite an outcry from the US and EU and warnings of possible sanctions unless Ankara desisted. US President Donald Trump's administration said Turkey's incursion was causing "great harm" in relations with its NATO ally.
We do not trust their promises. To be honest, it is hard to know whom to trust
According to the Kurdish fighters, the Russians and the Syrian regime have made proposals that could save the lives of millions of people who live under their protection.
