Syrian troops battle rebels around Damascus

Al Jazeera – Heavy fighting is continuing around the Syrian capital, as government forces try to halt a rebel advance. Activists said clashes continued in Jobar district in Damascus on Friday amid rocket shelling by government forces on the eastern district and nearby neighbourhoods. While opposition fighters have seen gains across parts of the country, they have so far been kept away from the centre of Damascus. But in the past three days, rebels have overrun army positions encircling the heart of the city. Read Article

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