Syrian Forces Take Back Strategic City Of Palmyra From ISIS - Newsy

The city's recapture now allows Syrian troops to move on to ISIS strongholds to the east. Transcript: Syrian troops have regained most of the city of Palmyra from ISIS. Palmyra fell under the control of ISIS last May. The capture was a strategic blow to the Syrian regime, as it gave ISIS better access to the country's capital, as well as a large military base within the city. Palmyra's citizens suffered summary killings under ISIS' rule. But the terrorist group was also able to use the death of civilians caused by Syrian airstrikes as a political tool to shift anger toward the regime. The ancient city used to be a major tourist attraction, but after capturing Palmyra, ISIS destroyed some of the city's most beloved monuments. Al Jazeera reports it's unknown how many artifacts remain intact. And although Russian President Vladimir Putin announced earlier this month he'd scale back his use of airstrikes, the city was recaptured with the help of Russia's air force. Syria's military now has the chance to push east toward ISIS strongholds, like Deir al-Zor and Raqqa. This video includes clips from ISIS, RT and Russia 24. Sources: The New York Times http://www.nytimes.com/2015/05/29/wor... Al Jazeera http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2016/03... RT    • Video   The New York Times http://www.nytimes.com/2016/03/25/wor... Russia 24    • Video   ------------------------------------- Newsy is your source for concise, unbiased video news and analysis covering the top stories from around the world. With persistent curiosity and no agenda, we strive to fuel meaningful conversations by highlighting multiple sides of every story. Newsy delivers the news and perspective you need without the hype and bias common to many news sources. See more at http://www.newsy.com/ Like Newsy on Facebook:   / newsyvideos