Syria assault in Deraa intensifies as thousands continue to flee
Forces loyal to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad are set on retaking key villages in the rebel-held southern province of Deraa. Clashes broke out on Tuesday between pro-government forces, which have amassed on the outskirts of the town of Basr al-Harir, as fighting between the two sides escalated. "At least 200 air strikes and 150 barrel bombs targeted Basr al-Harir this morning as government forces moved in on the village," said […]
