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Newsday: Syrian Government on the Verge of Defeating Rebels in Aleppo

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13/12/2016 GMT

Syrian Government on the Verge of Defeating Rebels in Aleppo

BBC World Service - Newsday, Syrian Government on the Verge of Defeating Rebels in Aleppo

United Nations has expressed alarm at reports of widespread atrocities against civilians

The United Nations has expressed alarm at reports of widespread atrocities against civilians in Aleppo, as government forces are on the verge of defeating a four year rebellion.

The story of two Syrian brothers - Omar and Saad Al Kassab who have overcome incredible hardship. Together they endured years of war, deprivation, even imprisonment and torture.

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