Syrian troops clear explosives after recapturing historic town of Palmyra from IS

Syrian army units are clearing landmines and explosives in the historic town of Palmyra that were left behind by militants from the so-called 'Islamic State', a security official said.

Syrian troops clear explosives after recapturing historic town of Palmyra from IS

Syrian army units are clearing landmines and explosives in the historic town of Palmyra that were left behind by militants from the so-called 'Islamic State', a security official said.

The Syrian official said he expects the process to be long and difficult due to the large number of mines planted by the extremist group.

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