Syrian activists say rebels including al-Qaida-linked fighters - TopicsExpress



          

Syrian activists say rebels including al-Qaida-linked fighters have gained control of the Christian village of Maaloula northeast of the capital Damascus. The rebel advance into the area this week was reportedly spearheaded by the Jabhat al-Nusra, or Nusra Front, exacerbating fears among Syrians and religious minorities in particular about the role played by Islamic extremists within the rebel ranks.
Posted on: Sun, 08 Sep 2013 11:04:42 +0000

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