Syria: Turkish forces disperse protesters with tear gas during pro-government demonstration in northern Hama September 18

Event

Turkish forces reportedly deployed tear gas to disperse protesters that had gathered in the northern countryside of Hama (Hama Governate) on Friday, September 18. The pro-government demonstrators were reportedly calling for the departure of the Turkish soldiers in the area and greater Syria. Currently, there have been no reported injuries as a result of the clashes between the two groups.

Further associated protests are likely in the near term.

Advice

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