Assad’s forces attack Ghouta despite Russian truce plan

Syrian government forces launched a ground assault on the edge of the opposition-held Eastern Ghouta enclave on Wednesday, seeking to gain territory despite a Russian plan for five-hour daily cease-fires, a war monitor and sources on both sides said. Hundreds of people have died in 11 days of bombing of Eastern Ghouta. The onslaught has … Continue reading Assad’s forces attack Ghouta despite Russian truce plan