Syrian authorities struggles as rebels encircle key metropolis of Homs suburbs

Syrian rebels have reportedly made important advances within the suburbs of Homs, a key metropolis within the nation’s ongoing civil struggle, marking a important growth of their marketing campaign towards President Bashar al-Assad’s regime, reported Reuters.

The week-long offensive has positioned authorities forces below intense stress because the insurgents declare to be closing in on Damascus. Insurgent commander Hassan Abdel Ghani, a part of the Islamist-led alliance spearheading the assault, said, “Our forces have begun the ultimate section of encircling the capital, Damascus.”

Syrian authorities officers, nevertheless, denied experiences of troop withdrawals from areas surrounding the capital, because the battle for management intensifies.

This escalation comes as Assad’s 24-year rule faces mounting challenges, with the opposition gaining momentum in strategic areas throughout the nation.