The evacuation by Syrian forces of Mishmar Hayarden, in accordance with the agreed timetable, took place during the week-end, it was reported by the Tiberias correspondent of Davar. The Syrians also began clearing the mine-fields and demolishing fortifications there, it was stated.
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