Syrian forces have re-established control of an area east of the M5 highway in the Rastan pocket in northern Homs after militants have withdrawn from the area. About 30 villages are located in the part of the pocket currently controlled by the Syrian Army and its allies.
Security forces and army started entering the eastern part of the pocket on May 15. According to pro-government sources, much more areas will be formally liberated by government forces within 1-3 days.
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