Around 200 IS militants joined Raka’s residents in fight against terrorist group

Around 200 IS militants have joined Raka’s residents against “Islamic State” terrorist group, reports “Armenpress”, citing Sputnik.

“About 200 IS militants have joined Raka’s residents, forming barriers near the entrance to the city.”
The source reports that Syrian flags have been raised in the city’s 5 regions and the terrorists have been pushed out the city through armed clashes.

The rebels managed to communicate with the government troops via cellular connection.