Syrian Forces Enter Ancient City Of Palmyra

It has been reported by the Syrian State Tv that government troops have entered the ancient city of Palmyra. Palmyra  has been under the control of the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) group since May last year.

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Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL) group since May last year. Not much is known about the offensive to retake the city, but it was reported that the syrian forces were backed by Russian air strikes.