The Syrian Observatory For Human Rights

Clashes between IS and regime forces in al-Shoula area

Der-Ezzor province: Violent clashes taking place in al-Shoula areas south of Der-Ezzor between regime forces and IS after regime forces called for reinforcements in an attempt to advance in the area, amid bombardment by regime forces and air strikes on IS bastions in the area. Explosive barrels fell on areas near al-Omar oil field in al-Omalia, which is inhabited by al-Muhajrin fighters in IS, reports of losses.