Protests erupt in Manbij over killings, looting by Turkish linked mercenaries

 In recent days, the city of Manbij and its countryside have witnessed a noticeable rise in crimes and attacks by Turkish-backed militants.

On November 16, a resident of the village of Maqta’ Hajjar was attacked, injured, and robbed of $100. The following day, November 17, citizen Abdullah Al-Mousa was targeted by members of the so-called “80th Brigade,” resulting in his death.

During the same week, residents and activists reported dozens of thefts and robberies in the city and surrounding areas, especially in the Al-Jazeera Road, Al-Sarb, and 30th Street neighborhoods, along with cases of kidnapping, extortion at checkpoints of the “80th Brigade” south of Manbij, and incidents of mobile phone and motorcycle theft.

In response to this escalation, Manbij residents staged a large protest on November 18, demanding the prosecution of those involved and an end to the security chaos.

Teachers in Manbij also held a protest against the suspension of their salaries, demanding equal treatment with employees in other areas.

Workers at the Red Crescent center organized a sit-in in front of their headquarters, protesting administrative dismissal decisions and accusations of violations.

Additionally, a large demonstration took place yesterday, Friday, with hundreds of residents and tribal elders from the Al-Aoun tribe, to which Abdullah Al-Mousa belonged, demanding accountability for his killing.

Manbij is currently experiencing heightened security tension and popular unrest, especially among members of the Al-Aoun tribe, one of the largest tribes in the region.

Local sources reported that tribal leaders sent direct messages to the militant leaders, warning that ignoring these crimes could lead to greater escalation and emphasizing their insistence on the rights of their people and accountability.

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ANHA