Makeshift camps have been set up in Turkey across the border from the Syrian city of Jisr Shughur, rocked by a violent crackdown on pro-democracy activists. Security forces reportedly fired on soldiers who disobeyed orders to shoot at protesters in the city.The number of Syrians who have crossed into Turkey to escape a violent crackdown by forces loyal to President Bashar Assad swelled to nearly 2,000 on Thursday, with many more waiting to flee over the border, according to relief organizations, pro-democracy activists and news agencies.
Nearly 2,000 Syrians Flee To Turkey; More Poised At Border To Escape Violence
Los Angeles Times - Top News, Los Angeles Times
Thu, 06/09/2011 - 9:03am
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