The Syrian army has made fresh gains in its battle against foreign-backed militants in the town of Yabroud in Damascus countryside, Press TV reports.
Many parts of the southwestern town are now under control of the Syrian forces, but the battle continues between the army and militants.
A large number of militants have been killed over the past few days as the army continues its tangible advance in the eastern parts of the town in the mountainous region of Qalamoun.
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