Khan Sheikhun

Syria / Idlib / Han_n Sayhun /

Khan Shaykhun (Arabic: خان شيخون Khān Shaykhūn)
Alternative spelling: Khan Shaykhun, Khan Shaykun, Khan Sheikhoun, Khan Shikhoun

On 4 April 2017, the town came under a heavy air attack, having used chemical weapons. At least 86 people were killed.

On 20 Agust 2019, it was liberated by the Syrian army
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Coordinates:   35°26'30"N   36°38'37"E

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