This blog is for Mr. Varley's World News Class 2014-2015
Monday, March 23, 2015
Helicopter Crashes into ISIS Overrun Area
Idlib Province in Syria
A Syrian Military helicopter crashed into overrun area in Syria, and insurgents were taken captive. Authorities from nearby bases have reported that the helicopter went down near Jabal al-Zawiya, which is six miles north of the town of Maarat al-Numan in Idlib province. The helicopter had reported mechanical problems with the engine right before crash landing in the rebel-province Idilb. Momentarily after, one photo was uploaded on twitter of a crewman on his knees, with bandages wrapped around his face. Two guards stood close to his shoulders, with armed forces in their hands. Activists in the area gave feedback of the crash site being inspected by militarists. Allegedly, they claim that two airman were also taken under Muslim extremist custody. The Syrian military helicopter drop barrel bombs up to hundred pounds on the towns and neighborhoods taken over by the rebels.
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