AdvertisementBacked By Russia, Syrian Troops Advance In A Major Battle For AleppoFebruary 06, 2016Alison MeusefacebookEmailA Syrian man is among the thousands who have fled the fighting in and around the northern city of Aleppo. Thousands of Syrians have gathered at the Bab al-Salam crossing in an attempt to enter Turkey, which has kept the gate closed. Syrian government troops, assisted by Russian airstrikes, have been making gains in the Aleppo area. (Getty Images)