Syrian Security Forces on Alert Near Damascus, Deir Ezzor as Sweida Protests Enter 2nd WeekDemonstrators are seen on the eighth day of protests. The Observatory said dozens of people took to the streets of the town of Bakara in eastern Deir Ezzor in solidarity. Another rally was held in western Deir Ezzor. The local security committee ordered the arrest of any individual who takes part in a protest, added the Observatory. The security forces have been intimidating the people to deter them from taking to the streets.

Source: Libya Today August 28, 2023 10:38 UTC