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Director of Tabqa Dam Injured by ISIS Landmine

Najem al-Buniyeh wounded while inspecting water distribution area, government outlet reports
Director of Tabqa Dam Injured by ISIS Landmine

Director of the General Establishment of the Tabqa Dam Najem al-Buniyeh was injured when a landmine left by Islamic State (ISIS) terrorists detonated in the western countryside of Raqqa.

The director told SANA's reporter on Thursday that a mine exploded while he was inspecting the distribution area of the Tabqa Dam, injuring him and a worker. He said that necessary medical aid was provided to both of them.

Buniyeh stressed that demining operations are continuing at the dam.

This article was edited by The Syrian Observer. Responsibility for the information and views set out in this article lies entirely with the author.

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