Activists: Shelling by Syrian regime forces kills at least 11 in building in southern city

BEIRUT – An activist group says shelling by Syrian regime forces has killed at least 11 people, including women and children, in a southern city.

The British-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says at least three children and four women were among those killed when government forces struck a building in in the southern city of Daraa.

The Observatory’s chief, Rami Abdul-Rahman, says the attack happened late on Saturday.

There have been frequent clashes lately in the city and province of Daraa between President Bashar Assad’s troops and the mostly Sunni rebels fighting to overthrow his regime.

News from © The Associated Press, . All rights reserved.
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Join the Conversation!

Want to share your thoughts, add context, or connect with others in your community? Create a free account to comment on stories, ask questions, and join meaningful discussions on our new site.

Leave a Reply

The Associated Press

The Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, accurate, unbiased news in all formats and the essential provider of the technology and services vital to the news business. More than half the world’s population sees AP journalism every day.