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Raqqa: US-backed Alliance Celebrates Victory over IS
Syrian Democratic Forces jubilant after expelling Islamic State fighters from 'capital'.
Syrian Democratic Forces jubilant after expelling Islamic State fighters from 'capital'.
Also, Iraqi Kurds' leader calls for unity after loss of two key strongholds, son of South African president Zuma to face private prosecution over fatal road accident, torture victim describes plight of gay men in Chechnya.
(Photo: Syrian Democratic Forces fighters celebrate aboard military vehicle in Raqqa. Credit: Reuters/Erik de Castro)
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