Aided by Russian Aerospace Force combat aircraft, the Syrian Arab Army continues to drive ISIL militants from the province of Aleppo. Gradually, the residents of the recently liberated towns and villages begin to rebuild their lives, relishing in the relative peace brought by the government forces.
The war has taken a heavy toll on the civilian population of Syria.
Above: Residents of Aleppo.
Above: Residents of Aleppo.
Residents of Aleppo at one of the city's marketplaces.
While the battle for the Aleppo province continues, life in the liberated territories is slowly returning to normal.
Pro-government militia fighter in one of the recently liberated villages on the outskirts of Aleppo.
It will take considerable time to restore Aleppo to its pre-war state.
While their future still looks uncertain, the people of Aleppo continue to hope for the best.
Residents of Aleppo walking down one of the city streets.
A residential building in the Syrian city of Aleppo.
Pro-government militia fighter in one of the recently liberated villages on the outskirts of Aleppo.
Children in one of the liberated villages in the vicinity of Aleppo.
