UPDATES WITH DEATH TOLL, TERROR GROUP CLAIMING RESPONSIBILITY
By Burak Karacaoglu and Esref Musa
AFRIN, Syria (AA) – At least 10 civilians were killed and dozens more injured in twin bombings that rocked Syria’s northwestern city of Afrin on Wednesday, according to local sources.
A car bomb exploded in a central street of the city, the source, who spoke anonymously due to security concerns, told Anadolu Agency.
Shortly afterward, another bomb-laden vehicle exploded in another central street of the city, the source added.
A PKK-affiliated terrorist group, Afrin Falcons, claimed responsibility for the attacks.
In a social media platform, the group said, “It will go on. More surprises will be seen. ”
The group also said the attacks were recorded and the video would be announced later.
Turkey on Jan. 20 launched Operation Olive Branch to remove YPG/PKK and Daesh terrorists from Afrin.
On March 18, Turkish troops and Free Syrian Army members liberated the town of Afrin, on the 58th day of the operation.
