At least sixteen civilians reported killed in clashes in eastern Syria

Cairo [Egypt], August 12: At least 16 people have been killed since violent clashes began several days ago between pro-Iranian fighters and the Kurdish-led, US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in eastern Syria, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said on Sunday.
There are seven children among those killed, the British-based war monitor added.
At least 35 civilians and seven militiamen have been injured, it said.
Clashes began in Deir al-Zour province on Wednesday.
The region has been witnessing shelling and clashes, prompting civilians to flee the area.
Earlier in the week, the observatory said the violent clashes broke out after fighters from tribal forces loyal to Iran, who are also loyal to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, attacked and took control of checkpoints and military posts belonging to the SDF forces. (DPA)
Source: Qatar Tribune