Syrian security forces killed three people on Sunday (17 April) when they opened fire on mourners attending the funeral of another slain protester. The funeral procession had turned into a protest against the government. The incident took place outside the town of Talbiseh, north of the central city of Homs.
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Security forces kill three in Syria
Syrian security forces killed three people on Sunday (17 April) when they opened fire on mourners attending the funeral of another slain protester. The funeral procession had turned into a protest against the government. The incident took place outside the town of Talbiseh, north of the central city of Homs.
By Intern
18 Apr 11
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