U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has confirmed that anti-ISIL forces now control approximately 90 percent of the city of Kobani.
In a statement issued last night, the U.S. Central Command congratulated these courageous fighters and thanked them for their efforts.
Anti-ISIL forces have fought aggressively with resilience and fortitude, the statement said, adding that while the fight against ISIL is far from over, ISIL's failure in Kobani has denied them one of their strategic objectives.